Formula 1

What’s behind the delay in cancelling the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs?

September 23, 2026

Ongoing regional instability in the Middle East has led to widespread expectations that the final two rounds of the season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will be called off. Although officials have publicly insisted the events remain scheduled, commercial stakeholders have quietly developed alternative plans behind the scenes, mirroring preparations within the paddock.

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