F1 Confirms Cancellation of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Races
Amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Formula 1 has reduced the 2026 season to 22 races.
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Amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Formula 1 has reduced the 2026 season to 22 races.
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Strategic angle: Due to logistical concerns, F1 has no plans to replace the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabia rounds with races elsewhere later in the year.
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