{
  "id": 2786187,
  "title": "Formula 1 confirms Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will close out 2026 season in December",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/formula-1-confirms-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-will-close-out-2026-season-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T11:45:06.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/sport/motorsport/formula-1-confirms-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-will-close-out-2026-season-in-december-1.500649679"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Formula One has announced that the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will serve as the concluding race of the 2026 season, taking place at Yas Marina Circuit from December 3 to 6. The calendar remains unchanged, with preparations for the finale nearing completion. Stefano Domenicali, Formula One's President and CEO, stated that the season finale is still progressing well, though a few tickets are still available. Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, expressed excitement about welcoming F1 fans once again, noting the race's positive impact on the emirate's tourism, hospitality, and events sectors. Ethara CEO, Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, confirmed that preparations for the December event are ongoing, with the race weekend including Formula One action along with concerts and other entertainment events on Yas Island. Ticket categories have expanded in preparation for the race week, and fans are advised to check remaining options ahead of the season finale.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Formula One has confirmed that the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will go ahead as the final race of the 2026 season at Yas Marina Circuit from December 3 to 6. Formula One President and CEO Stefano Domenicali said the calendar remains unchanged, with preparations for the season finale nearing completion. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. “The…",
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        "published": "2026-08-23T01:36:12.000Z"
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/zandvoort-gears-up-for-its-last-formula-1-grand-prix",
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    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}