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Silverstone Offers Second F1 Race as Calendar Disrupted by Middle East Conflict

F1 has not accepted the proposal, citing a fluid security and logistics picture.

Overview

  • Silverstone, which made the offer Wednesday, says it can add a second 2026 race and move quickly if asked.
  • Bahrain and Saudi Arabian grands prix were pulled from their April slots because of conflict in the Middle East, leaving the schedule at 22 rounds.
  • No replacement dates have been named, and the season next picks up at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend.
  • F1 executive Liam Parker said it is too soon to declare the Middle East events lost, calling the situation fluid and dynamic.
  • Silverstone points to its 2020 double‑header as proof it can host more than one race, offering F1 a ready fallback if later reshuffles are needed.