Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:04am on 14 Mar 2026,Saturday Sports
Formula One is set to cancel the 2026 Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix scheduled for April due to escalating conflict in the Middle East linked to the Iran war. The Bahrain race was planned for April 12, followed by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah on April 19. Safety concerns for drivers, teams, and fans, along with logistical challenges, prompted the decision after missile and drone attacks affected parts of the Gulf region. If confirmed, the cancellations will reduce the 2026 Formula One season from 24 to 22 races. The calendar will likely see a five-week gap between the Japanese Grand Prix in late March and the Miami Grand Prix in early May. (PC: Getty Images)
