What's behind F1's long-term push to fill its 24-race calendar

With the Formula 1 calendar locked at 24 races and the series continuing to grow its metrics, securing a spot on the schedule appears harder than ever.
F1's popularity has led to a surge of interest from prospective host cities, countries and governments, with some more credible than others.
However, politicians prematurely declaring a grand prix being a done deal are unlikely to impress the ...Keep reading