The future of the Italian Grand Prix at Monza has once again been thrown into uncertainty, despite Formula 1 recently securing a contract extension through 2031.
Just two months ago, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the commitment to Monza's long-term future, citing ongoing infrastructure upgrades and planned investments as key factors in the new agreement.
"The recent upgrades to the circuit's infrastructure and the planned investment show a strong commitment to the long-term future of Formula 1 in Italy," Domenicali stated at the time.
A key figure in securing the contract extension was Angelo Sticchi Damiani, the long-serving president of the Automobile Club d'Italia (Aci), whom Domenicali personally credited in the official announcement.
However, a new political development in Italy could put Monza's future in jeopardy once again.
According to Italian reports, an "emergency decree" is being proposed that would impose term limits on all public sports bodies in Italy. If enacted, the 82-year-old Damiani would be forced to step down, potentially disrupting Monza's planned reconstruction projects—critical components of the new F1 contract.
Concerned about the potential consequences, Domenicali has written directly to Italy's Giorgia Meloni-led government, addressing several federal ministers to warn of the risks involved.
Reports indicate that the FIA has also aligned itself with the concerns raised by Formula 1.
The situation is not just limited to Monza, as the measure could also impact the future of the Imola GP and the world rally stage in Sardinia.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has also reportedly taken action, personally writing to Prime Minister Meloni to express concerns over the implications for Italian motorsport.
