Lewis Hamilton backs F1 season to finish in Qatar and Abu Dhabi
Ferrari star Lewis Hamilton has backed the F1 season to conclude in the Middle East and says he "wants to go" to Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The 2026 season is set to finish with races at Lusail on November 29 and Yas Marina Circuit a week later on December 6. Doubts had been raised over the races due to regional tension triggered by the Iran war and the cancellation of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia…
Lewis Hamilton has expressed his desire to participate in the F1 season's conclusion in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, despite concerns over regional tensions. The 2026 season will conclude with races at Lusail on November 29 and Yas Marina Circuit on December 6. F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali has stated the team's intent to follow the original calendar, but a backup plan for a final round in Imola exists in case the situation in the region worsens.
Hamilton, a five-time winner at Yas Marina Circuit, believes the Middle East is safe for travel and competition. Domenicali confirmed the calendar is set, but an official decision on the matter may not be forthcoming.
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