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F1 issues response to ‘deep concern’ over ‘blood-stained’ Rwanda GP bid
Rwanda hosted the FIA’s annual prize-giving ceremony in December where president Paul Kagame announced that the African country was bidding for a spot on the F1 calendar. ‘Doe
F1 'monitors' conflict amid Rwanda grand prix concerns
Formula 1 says it is "closely monitoring" the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo in the context of Rwanda's bid to host a grand prix.
F1 responds to warning about “blood-stained” Rwanda race
F1 has been urged by the DRC to shelve the idea of staging a grand prix in Rwanda amid conflict between the two nations.
DR Congo writes to F1 urging suspension of Rwanda race talks
The Democratic Republic of Congo has urged Formula One to end talks with Rwanda over hosting a race, saying the Liberty Media-owned sport risks having its brand "smeared by a blood-stained association".
Rwanda's F1 bid in jeopardy amid Congo conflict
When the Rwandan capital Kigali hosted the FIA's end-of-year prize-giving gala in December, President Paul Kagame formally outlined the country's ambitions to bring Formula 1 to Africa.
F1 'monitoring' Rwanda-DRC developments amid potential race
Formula 1 has said it is closely monitoring developments after concerns were raised by the Democratic Republic of Congo over a potential race in Rwanda.
DRC warns F1 off Rwanda
The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has officially warned F1 to abandon talks with Rwanda over the possibility of hosting a round of the world championship.
Conflict could derail Rwanda’s F1 race bid
African country Congo has thrown a spanner in the works of neighbouring Rwanda's clear plans to join the Formula 1 calendar. (…)
F1 Responds To Rwanda Grand Prix Concerns After DPC Pens Letter
Formula 1 has responded to the concerns raised about a potential Grand Prix in Rwanda after objections were raised by the Democratic Republic of Congo. The DRC
F1 raises concerns over Grand Prix and considers pulling location
F1 chiefs have raised concerns over hosting a Grand Prix in Rwanda and could opt against handing the country a race during the 2027 season. Last year, Rwanda and South Africa both launched bids to host the first F1 race on the African continent since 1993.
DRC to Formula 1: Don’t partner with ‘blood-stained’ Rwanda
The Democratic Republic of Congo has made a formal plea to Formula 1, urging the latter to abandon its discussions with Rwanda.
Formula 1 race in Rwanda would be ‘blood-stained’, says DRC
Formula 1 will be “smeared by a blood-stained association with Rwanda” if it stages a race in Kigali, says the Democratic ...
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Why Rwanda's Formula 1 Bid is in Serious Trouble
Rwanda's bid to join the Formula 1 calendar has hit a serious road block in the form of civil war in neighbouring Congo. Here's why this could end hopes of Rwanda joining the F1 schedule in the future ...
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“That’s Exactly What the Sport Doesn’t Need”: Gerhard Berger Is Glad to See End of Max Verstappen Dominance
As Max Verstappen secured his fourth world title after a tough fight, Gerhard Berger is glad to see F1 getting back to where ...
Soudal-QuickStep pull out of Tour du Rwanda due to safety concerns
Cycling team Soudal-QuickStep have pulled out of this month's Tour du Rwanda, citing safety concerns over the conflict in neighbouring eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
Rwanda turning to sport to polish international image
A sponsorship deal with Bayern Munich has thrown Rwanda in to the international sporting spotlight. The African country is ...