What is the Korean Grand Prix?
Q: What is the Korean Grand Prix?
A: The Korean Grand Prix is a planned Formula One race to be held in South Korea.
Q: When was it announced that the event would take place?
A: On 2 October 2006, it was announced that the event would take place in 2010.
Q: Where will the race be hosted?
A: The race will be hosted by the Korean International Circuit.
Q: How long does Korea have a deal to host the race for?
A: Korea has a seven year deal to host the race. After those seven years, they have an option to host it for another five years.
Q: When was Korea given its date on the 2010 calendar published by FIA?
A: After approval of funding for the event, Korea was given 17 October as its date on the 2010 calendar published by FIA.
Q: What is their largest problem when preparing for this event?
A: Their largest problem is finding accommodations for all of Formula One staff and spectators.
Q: Was there ever any doubt about whether or not this circuit would be ready on time?
A: Despite confirmation, there was still a chance that the circuit might not be ready on time; however, after passing inspection on 12 October, it became clear that they were ahead of schedule and that first Korean Grand Prix will run as scheduled.
