03 Nov 1996 1996 China s first permanent race circuit ZIC is completed - first international race is held

 

As the first permanent Formula One standards race track - the first race in Zhuhai International Circuit, Zhuhai, China was held in November 1996. The “1996 Marlboro China International Race” was held on November 1-3, this is a symbolic moment in the history of Chinese motorsports. The FIA approved event is held successfully in the presence of thousands of spectators and millions of Chinese television viewers.