United States Grand Prix - Formula One (F1) - Austin

[Darren M]

Updates

We’re pleased to share a few key updates about Austin’s new world-class destination for entertainment, education and business, Circuit of The Americas™.

In addition to our new website at CircuitofTheAmericas.com, we’ve now launched our Twitter page , Facebook page, and YouTube channel. We’ll be sharing exciting news and updates about the facility, partnerships and event announcements, construction progress, and more – and we want you to be the first to know.

Right now, you’ll find brand-new aerial photos and a can’t-miss video of time-lapse photography that tracks our construction. Check back often – as we’ll be updating regularly with new photos and video.

Want to stay even more informed about Circuit of The Americas? Visit the links page of our website for recent news and press.

Thank you for your continued interest and support of Circuit of The Americas, the United States’ new home for the Formula 1™ and MotoGP™ World Championships.

[Slowhand]

They have now released the date for next year's race: June 17th, 2012.

Probably not the best time to be having the race, but it's immediately after the Canadian GP. It'll be hot, but I'm not sure it'll cause any problems other than being a little uncomfortable in the stands.

http://en.espnf1.com/fia/motorsport/story/50627.html?CMP=chrome

[RWhite]

It will be in the low 90's most likely.

Anyone remember the last spring race at Ennis when it was so hot and no wind (and that was late May, not June). I made it thru Saturday, but gave up and did not come back Sunday. Won't be doing that with the proposed prices of the F1 tickets.

I am seriously thinking about renting a RV for that weekend to drive down there early.

[momo]

They have now released the date for next year's race: June 17th, 2012.

Probably not the best time to be having the race, but it's immediately after the Canadian GP. It'll be hot, but I'm not sure it'll cause any problems other than being a little uncomfortable in the stands.

http://en.espnf1.com/fia/motorsport/...tml?CMP=chrome

yup, i figured they would be that stupid.

[Darren M]

Latest update.

Many of you from around the globe tuned in this past week to watch as the Austin City Council considered finalizing the City’s official endorsement of Formula 1’s United States Grand Prix™. Your interest was obvious — so many of you were watching via the web that the City’s internet server crashed during the meeting!

We want to thank you for your enthusiasm and support of the United States Grand Prix. It is important for Council Members to know of your support because they have been asked to officially endorse the race. The endorsement provides the City and our race organizers access to a State of Texas fund set up many years ago by the Texas Legislature to attract large events like Formula 1, the Super Bowl and NCAA Final Four to Texas. The funds help offset the cost of producing the events, then are re-paid to the State following the events. As you may have seen, Council voted to delay taking action this past week, but all indications are they will provide the official endorsement once event contract details are finalized.

We are ready to bring the world to Austin and you can help make that happen. Take a moment today to send a message to Council Members through the AustinF1Facts.com website. Urge them to support endorsement of the race and let them know you want to see Formula 1 come to the U.S. once again. Council meets on Wednesday, June 29 to make its final vote, so send in your email today.

Thank you for helping Formula 1 in the U.S. cross the finish line!

[roliath]

Won't be doing that with the proposed prices of the F1 tickets.

Where did you see the prices at?

[RWhite]

I saw it in a survey they sent out. Don't have that anymore, but here is a post that talked abut the prices in the survey.


The list of the survey is to test the tolerance for proposed pricing.

Platinum Seats are located at the top of the Main Grandstand, in front of the Pit Straight and offer access to the clubhouse: $2400 to $3750 for a 1 year contract

Gold Grandstand Seats are located on the Main Grandstand, in front of the Pit Straight, but have NO access to the clubhouse: $1000 to $1560 for a 1 year contract

Silver Grandstand seating (Silver Grandstand Seats are located on the best curves but have no access to the clubhouse): $900 to $1410 for a 1 year contract

'Infield' Season Ticket holders will view the event from a high point on the circuit offering commanding views a multi-apex turn and the rest of the track. : $360 to $560 for general admission

'Key Curves' Ticket-holders will view either the eventful first turn or the exciting hairpin turn at the far end of the track: $300 to $470 general admission

'Sweeping Section' season tickets are located at a series of moderate curves along the first half of the track: $240 to $380

[Slowhand]

Wouldn't be thrilled with that pricing, but I'd shell out the money for the infield tickets. The rest of that shit will have to wait for a promotion or three.

[Binky]

Keep in mind that those say season tickets, not per race. The pricing i saw for general field admission was around 60-80 per ticket for a single weekend.

[Slowhand]

Keep in mind that those say season tickets, not per race. The pricing i saw for general field admission was around 60-80 per ticket for a single weekend.

I saw that and was wondering what exactly "season" meant; if that's for most of the major races run at the track then I'd pay that without blinking.

[RWhite]

Here are the prices for the up-coming British Grand Prix. Not bad (does not include parking). Of course, the weather at many British Grand Prix's is what we consider winter weather!

http://www.grandprix-tickets.com/formula-1/silverstone-england-united-kingdom/british-grand-prix/f1-tickets

I did not look at the other prices, but that would be interesting on some of the more exotic locations.

[Darren M]

More from Austin.

It’s been a week full of big announcements here at Circuit of The Americas!

Two of Texas’ most iconic and celebrated musicians, Lyle Lovett and Willie Nelson, expressed their commitment to perform at the new entertainment and motorsports destination. Circuit of The Americas is envisioned to include an expansive outdoor live music space perfect for world-class acts to entertain visitors. Read press release

The Austin, Texas City Council voted last Wednesday to officially endorse Formula 1 coming to Austin: an important step in bringing the United States Grand Prix™ to life. We’d like to thank you all for your overwhelming support. Read press release

We have welcomed a new member to the Circuit of The Americas leadership team: Geoff Moore has been named Chief Marketing and Sales Officer. Geoff brings over 20 years of sports marketing experience to Circuit of The Americas, most recently as Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for the Dallas Stars of the National Hockey League. Read press release

Finally, we announced a five-year agreement to host the famous Australian V8 Supercar series beginning in 2013. V8 Supercars is among the fastest growing motorsports in the world, and we’re thrilled it will make its North American debut in Austin. Read press release

To learn more about these announcements, please visit our website at www.CircuitofTheAmericas.com, and official Facebook,Twitter and YouTube pages for the latest news and ticket information. And help us spread the word - please click here to forward this e-mail on to your friends.

[Silverback]

That's about 10-15 miles east of the house in Austin I'm moving into in August

Looks like I might be letting some of you that I like crash at my place that weekend

[Darren M]

That's about 10-15 miles east of the house in Austin I'm moving into in August

Looks like I might be letting some of you that I like crash at my place that weekend

Obviously it won't be me.

[txsr20de]

Looks like Ecclestone is going to shuffle the calendar and move Bahrain to the end of the season, and it looks like the USGP is going to be in November as well.

A November race date has the potential to be FAR more enjoyable.

http://www.autosport.com/news/report.php/id/93442