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Topics: Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing, Formula 1
Marcus Chan
Reigning world champion Max Verstappen has picked out a track that is 'far too dangerous' and 'will never' be back on the Formula 1 calendar.
Over the years, many places around the world have had the privilege of hosting a race.
Countries such as the United States, Australia, Brazil, England and Italy have all played host to F1 Grands Prix before.
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As the sport continues to grow, more and more countries are looking to host the pinnacle event of motorsports.
However, Verstappen has already ruled out one track making a return to the calendar.
Back in 1976, the German Grand Prix was held at the iconic Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit for the final time.
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Speaking recently, Verstappen, who has been seen driving round the track in a GT3 car, has stated that the circuit is now far too dangerous for F1.
As reported by Planet F1, the Dutchman said to the Formule 1 Magazine: "That’s really not going to happen with the Formula 1 cars we have now, I’m afraid. With GT3 speed it is okay and still doable. I have seen old footage now and then, also of Formula 1 on the Nordschleife.
"One thing is for sure: F1 there, that will never happen again. Far too dangerous."
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Recently, it has been reported that Thailand is hoping to host an F1 Grand Prix for the first time in 2028.
After a key meeting, a project worth $1.27 billion to bring the pinnacle of motorsports to Bangkok has been given the go-ahead.
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Speaking to SPORTbible about the prospect of F1 in Bangkok, Thai driver Alex Albon said: "I think it’s [Thai Grand Prix] going to be a great addition to Formula 1, I think South East Asia hasn’t seen much of F1. We have a race in Japan [Suzuka], we were going to have one in Vietnam, but to put Thailand on the stage is great.
"I think everyone knows about Thailand, it’s very tourist-friendly and attracts a lot of people, but I think the Thai Grand Prix is going to be the biggest sports event that they will have in Thailand which will be huge."