Section 3: Playing Area

All circuits hosting a round of the FIA Formula One World Championship must hold a valid FIA Grade 1 circuit licence, issued in accordance with the FIA Circuit Licence Standards — Grade 1 (latest edition). The homologation is granted for a defined maximum car speed and is reviewed periodically.

Source: Article 27.3, Article 28, Article 28.6, Article 4

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