Barcelona has secured a three-race deal to join the Formula 1 European rotation, alternating with Spa-Francorchamps over the next six years. The agreement keeps the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on the calendar for 2028, 2030, and 2032, while Spa will host in 2027, 2029, and 2031. This deal resolves Barcelona's pressure to invest in outdated facilities and maintain its place after losing the Spanish Grand Prix title to a new race in Madrid.

The renewal, finalized after intense competition for European slots, is hailed as a major step in solidifying Catalonia's status as a key international sporting destination. Formula 1 generates over €300 million in economic impact per edition, a figure Circuits de Catalunya CEO Pol Gibert emphasizes as crucial for projecting Catalonia globally. F1 chief Stefano Domenicali praised Barcelona's passionate fans and commitment to enhancing the race experience, signaling a focus on future development for both the circuit and the city.