Formula 1 is in ongoing discussions with organizers at Hockenheimring regarding the potential return of a German Grand Prix, according to F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. Speaking during a video call on Wednesday, Domenicali indicated that the sport is considering the possibility of staging a race in Germany in the medium term, although it is not expected to happen soon.

Hockenheimring, which last hosted an official German Grand Prix in 2019, has been actively investing in the venue, including plans to develop a new theme park aimed at enhancing its appeal. Despite these efforts, Domenicali noted that additional investment will be necessary to meet Formula 1’s requirements, and discussions between the parties are ongoing.

The most recent race held in Germany was at the Nürburgring in 2020, when the circuit stepped in amid scheduling disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, Germany has been absent from the Formula 1 calendar, with Hockenheimring and Formula 1 maintaining regular contact about a possible return.

Jorn Teske, managing director of Hockenheimring, confirmed the continued dialogue but cautioned that no concrete agreements have been reached. He pointed to the challenge of the hosting fee, which is reportedly set at a minimum of $20 million, as a significant factor in negotiations. Teske emphasized that both parties remain interested in finding a commercially viable solution to bring Formula 1 back to Germany.

“Like in the past, we are in regular exchange,” Teske said. “It has been made clear often enough that both sides want this. As always, we would be interested in an economically viable solution.”

The ongoing talks underscore the mutual desire to restore Formula 1’s presence in a country with a rich motorsport history, though financial and infrastructure considerations continue to shape the prospects for a future German Grand Prix.