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F1 Season May End in Europe Due to Middle East Conflict
sports · Sky SportsFormula 1 president Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the 2026 season may end in Europe if the final two races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi cannot be held due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The sport's bosses are waiting until their mid-September deadline before making a decision. If the races cannot be held, the season will end in Europe, with multiple options for the final two rounds.
At a glance
- F1 president Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the 2026 season may end in Europe if the final two races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi cannot be held.
- The sport's bosses are waiting until their mid-September deadline before making a decision.
- If the races cannot be held, the season will end in Europe, with multiple options for the final two rounds.