Even as this year's F1 season reaches its crescendo, preparations for next year's championship are well underway. Today in Paris, the World Motor Sport Council confirmed the schedule of races in 2013.

There are few surprises amongst the list of events. Much the same as this year the calendar features 20 races - Australia kicks off proceedings in March while Brazil brings down the curtain in late November. Hungary and Belgium continue to bookend the summer break.

Gone is the European GP of Valencia, leaving Spain with just the one Grand Prix. Jersey is the season's newcomer although its final presence is still subject to contract and circuit approval.

*Subject to a contract/approval

Other minor changes include the British and German races both moving forward a week, while the Korean GP now appears before the Japanese race.