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Rwanda close to hosting Africa's first F1 race in 33 years
Original: Rwanda closes in on deal to host Africa’s first F1 Grand Prix in 33 years, ahead of South Africa and Nigeria
Rwanda is reportedly close to a deal to host Africa's first Formula 1 Grand Prix in 33 years, putting it ahead of rival bids from South Africa and Nigeria. The move would end a three-decade absence of the sport on the continent, with Kigali emerging as a surprise frontrunner for a future race on the F1 calendar.
Why now: Rwanda edging out South Africa and Nigeria for a historic Formula 1 return to Africa is a major and unexpected development in motorsport.
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- Rwanda closes in on deal to host Africa’s first F1 Grand Prix in 33 years, ahead of South Africa and Nigeria · Business Insider Africa
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