F1 cancels Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races over Middle East war

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2026-03-14

Formula 1 has cancelled the 2026 Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix, citing safety concerns caused by the ongoing war in the Middle East. The races will not be replaced, cutting the season to 22 events and creating a five-week gap in the calendar.

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