Formula 1 has established a track record of calling off races when conflict or civil unrest erupts in the Middle East, although this season's schedule remains unchanged for now. A United States base in Bahrain has been shaken by an explosion amid rising tensions, prompting concerns about the forthcoming Grands Prix in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

With the conflict between the U.S., and Isreal with Iran sees military bases throughout the Middle East targeted, two upcoming races on the F1 calendar could be in jeopardy.

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The new F1 season is fast approaching and there have been huge changes to the sprint race calendar. The format has been part of multiple Grand Prix weekends since 2021 and three venues are preparing to host the event for the first time.

Two races in the Middle East are expected to be cut from the 2026 Formula One season without replacements due to the ongoing conflict in the region.

Bahrain and Saudi Arabia remain on the F1 calendar for 2026, but the status of both events is still in question. With time running out, F1 needs to decide soon if those races will go ahead as planned.