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F1 Cancels Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix for April

Safety and logistics concerns from the regional conflict prompted the decision, creating a rare five‑week break in the calendar.

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Max Verstappen of the Netherlands and Oracle Red Bull Racing celebrates on top of his car in parc ferme during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit on December 6, 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
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Overview

  • Formula 1 and the FIA confirmed the April rounds in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia will not take place after evaluating the security situation in the Middle East.
  • No substitute events will be held in April despite alternatives being explored, and any late‑season rescheduling is considered unlikely given logistical constraints.
  • The cancellations reduce the 2026 season from 24 to 22 races and create a five‑week gap between the Japanese Grand Prix on March 29 and Miami on May 3.
  • FIA Formula 2, Formula 3 and F1 Academy rounds tied to the two race weekends are also off the schedule for their planned dates.
  • Officials said the call was made in consultation with local promoters and member clubs as missile and drone strikes and travel disruptions complicated safety and freight deadlines.