F1 Eyes Reinstating Middle East Races for 2026 After Iran‑Related Cancellations
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Formula One officials are exploring the possibility of adding Middle East races back into the 2026 calendar after the 2023 season saw cancellations linked to the conflict in Iran.
The decision follows the removal of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix from the 2023 schedule, which organisers attributed to security concerns amid the war in Iran. F1’s governing body has not yet confirmed a new calendar but is reportedly in talks with the relevant authorities.
The move would mark the first time the sport has considered re‑introducing Middle Eastern venues since the 2023 disruptions, signalling a potential return to the region once conditions stabilize.
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