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F1 confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi as season finale hosts

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2026-10-03 06:36 UTC → 2026-10-03 07:51 UTC · added removed

The potential return of a Formula 1 Grand Prix to Imola has been sidelined following an official announcement regarding the 2026 season finale. Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the final rounds championship will proceed as originally scheduled with its planned season finale in the Middle East, despite ongoing regional conflict. The Grand Prix in Qatar on is scheduled for November 29 and 29, followed by the season finale in Abu Dhabi on December 6. This decision maintains the current schedule despite ongoing geopolitical instability and conflict between the US and Iran in the Middle East. While effectively removes the conflict previously forced the relocation discussed option of moving the Bahrain Grand Prix final race to Sepang, Malaysia, Imola, Italy. Domenicali stated that the governing bodies have opted decision was made based on the “information and assurances currently available to keep the sport.” The choice to maintain these races is also linked to significant financial interests, as both Qatar and Abu Dhabi races in place. As a result, pay substantial premiums to host events. This follows the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari will not serve as cancellation of the ‘Plan B’ contingency venue. Driver reactions remain divided; Saudi Arabian and Bahraini Grands Prix due to regional tensions; notably, the Bahrain Grand Prix is being rescheduled to take place in Sepang, Malaysia. Internal debate continues among the participants. Max Verstappen continues to cite safety concerns and has not ruled out a potential boycott if of the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races if security situation escalates. concerns persist. Meanwhile, other drivers Valtteri Bottas and Oliver Bearman have maintained that a December race raised concerns regarding alternative locations, citing potential weather issues in Italy would have presented significant logistical challenges, specifically regarding colder temperatures and shorter daylight hours. complexities regarding Italian tax scrutiny for foreign athletes.

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  1. 2026-10-03 07:51 UTC F1 confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi as season finale hosts
  2. 2026-10-03 06:36 UTC F1 confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi as season finale hosts
  3. 2026-10-01 21:37 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  4. 2026-10-01 18:59 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  5. 2026-09-28 06:33 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  6. 2026-09-26 09:44 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  7. 2026-09-23 10:54 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  8. 2026-09-21 23:15 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  9. 2026-09-20 16:24 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  10. 2026-09-11 20:21 UTC Imola emergence as potential F1 season finale host
  11. 2026-08-26 21:27 UTC Imola Formula 1 Grand Prix hosting discussions
  12. 2026-08-26 14:51 UTC Imola Formula 1 Grand Prix hosting discussions

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