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Bahrain Grand Prix Cancelled: Why was race called off and who wins?
Unfortunately, due to unforeseen circumstances, there will be a three-week wait for the next F1 race, disrupting the 2026 season schedule.
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix were cancelled in April due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, leaving a gap in the calendar that could benefit struggling teams like Aston Martin.
With only 22 races now on the 2026 calendar instead of the anticipated 24, teams like Mercedes, who have been dominant, are working against a June 1 deadline to make changes to their power unit.
While some teams may benefit from the extended break to address performance issues, others such as Ferrari and McLaren are looking to close the gap on Mercedes and capitalize on the cancelled races.
