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F1 cancels the planned 2026 Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races due to the Middle East conflict.
The decision was made after discussions with race promoters, local authorities, and teams amid travel and airspace disruptions.
A five-week gap between the Japan and Miami races reduces the calendar but removes viable stand-in events.
Stand-in races were not pursued due to short notice and insufficient hosting fees for viable replacements.
The calendar retains a 22-round limit, with the canceled races not replaceable within the year.
Teams will gain a five-week break, offering time for rest and car development amid 2026’s demands.
The decision highlights safety and regional stability as priorities over hosting fees.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem underscored Bahrain and Saudi Arabia’s importance to the race ecosystem.
The cancellation follows airstrikes and regional tensions after early February strikes on U.S. bases in Bahrain and elsewhere.

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F1 canceled Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix with no replacement races in 2026.
A four-week calendar gap will exist between the Japanese GP and the Miami race.
There will be no alternative venues offering a like-for-like replacement.
Teams may see reduced travel and operating costs from not racing the two events.
The loss could impact engine development timing and ADUO rules.
The four-week break could offer some rest for traveling staff.
FIA discussions may tweak timing of ADUO upgrades to Miami timing.
Television contracts mean no immediate need for replacements despite the losses.
Officials expected a global schedule adjustment rather than ad hoc replacements.

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F1 cancels the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix in April 2026 due to the ongoing Middle East conflict.
The 2026 calendar will drop to 22 races after the cancellations.
No substitutions were planned to fill the canceled races in April.
FIA officials confirmed the decision was made after consultations with the Formula One Group and regional promoters.
The cancellation creates an extra break for F1 personnel between the Japanese and Miami Grands Prix.
The cancellations affect F2, F3, and F1 Academy rounds scheduled for April as well.
Portimao and Imola were considered as substitutes but could not replace the races.
Bahrain previously faced a race cancellation in 2011 due to tensions in the country.
The FIA cited the ongoing situation in the Middle East region as the reason for not holding the races in April.
The announcement was published by SI and attributed to Ewan Gale, a motorsport journalist.
The broader calendar adjustments remove April races but keep other Grand Prix dates intact.

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world18h ago

Gulf Air has expanded temporary operations from Dammam to major destinations as Bahraini airspace remains closed.
Qatar Airways resumes a limited Doha schedule after receiving temporary aviation authorisation.
Emirates aims to return to full capacity in the coming days as airspace reopens.
Etihad restarted a limited flight schedule from Abu Dhabi’s hub during the disruption.
Airlines pared back several Middle East routes, with IndiGo restricting operations in Dubai and surrounding areas.
Multiple carriers paused or adjusted flights across Dubai, Riyadh, and other Gulf hubs due to airspace issues.
Turkish Airlines cancelled flights to several Middle Eastern and Gulf destinations amid the closures.
KLM and Lufthansa Group extended suspensions affecting Gulf and regional routes.
Emirates, Etihad, and other Gulf carriers adjusted schedules to restore connectivity.
Air Arabia began limited operations between Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.
Airlines prepared for ongoing adjustments as regional airspace remains volatile.

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sports10h ago

Carlos Sainz reacted to the news that Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GPs were canceled, expressing concern for safety and a return to racing soon.
The cancellations extend to Formula 2, Formula 3 and F1 Academy in the nation, with no replacement races scheduled for April.
F1 president Stefano Domenicali described the situation as unfortunate and noted a joint decision to protect the sport.
Domenicali thanked the FIA and promoters for understanding the circumstances and emphasized fan safety.
Sainz urged that racing in the Middle East remains a special experience and hopes for a Region return when possible.
The schedule shows a break after Suzuka, delaying racing until the Miami Grand Prix in early May.
The article notes the broader impact on feeder series alongside the main Formula 1 event.
The article positions Sainz’s comments within the broader media coverage and upcoming plan for updates.
The piece confirms the cancellations were due to ongoing regional conflict and safety considerations.

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