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F1 Bahrain, Saudi GPs Under Review Amid Middle East Tensions; Safety Paramount

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News18•03-03-2026, 18:29

F1 Bahrain, Saudi GPs Under Review Amid Middle East Tensions; Safety Paramount

•FIA and Formula One are reviewing next month's Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix races due to escalating Middle East tensions.
•Conflict, sparked by U.S./Israeli bombing of Iran and retaliatory strikes, has disrupted aviation and F1 team logistics.
•The season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne will proceed as planned, with F1 reorganizing team travel.
•FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem stated safety and well-being will guide all decisions regarding the April races.
•Middle East is financially vital for F1, with significant investments and sponsorships from the region.

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