F1 backs Abu Dhabi for 2026 season finale
Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Formula One remains committed to ending its 2026 championship in Abu Dhabi, with chief executive Stefano Domenicali saying the scheduled December finale at Yas Marina Circuit remains firmly on the calendar. Domenicali moved to ease uncertainty surrounding the final Middle East rounds during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend at Zandvoort. He said preparations for Abu Dhabi…
Formula One has reaffirmed its commitment to concluding its 2026 season finale in Abu Dhabi, according to chief executive Stefano Domenicali. During the Dutch Grand Prix weekend, Domenicali reassured fans that preparations for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix were advancing well and that the December 3-6 race would proceed as scheduled at Yas Marina Circuit.
This strengthened stance comes after the sport had previously considered alternative venues due to regional tensions, particularly in Qatar and the UAE. Despite these concerns, the Qatar Grand Prix remains on the calendar for November 27-29, while the Bahrain Grand Prix has been relocated to Malaysia's Sepang International Circuit.
While the 2026 season's overall trajectory remains dependent on security assessments, Abu Dhabi officials are optimistic about the race's continued success, highlighting its economic and cultural impact on the region.
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