Qatar to host first Formula 1 Grand Prix in November

The Gulf country, which will make its Formula 1 debut in November, also inked a 10-year hosting deal.
Antonio Giovinazzi of Italy driving the (99) Alfa Romeo Racing C41 Ferrari during the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Sochi Autodrom on Sept. 26, 2021.
Antonio Giovinazzi of Italy driving the (99) Alfa Romeo Racing C41 Ferrari during the Formula 1 Grand Prix at Sochi Autodrom on Sept. 26, 2021, in Sochi, Russia. - Mark Thompson/Getty Images
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Qatar will host the Formula 1 Grand Prix Nov. 19-21, marking the first time the Gulf country has held the prestigious car race.

Qatar was named host of the race after Australia was forced to cancel due to coronavirus concerns. The multimillion-dollar race will take place at the Losail International Circuit, 22 miles north of the capital city, Doha.

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