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F1 and the FIA have announced the 2026 calendar.
The 2026 F1 calendar has been confirmed by F1 and the FIA, featuring 24 rounds of racing across the globe. Imola has been replaced by Madrid on the schedule. The season will kick off with the Australian Grand Prix, followed by a race in China a week later, marking the start of F1’s new era with innovative car and power unit regulations. The calendar includes exciting new additions like the Grand Prix in Madrid and the entry of automotive giants Audi, Cadillac, and Ford into the sport. F1 president Stefano Domenicali expressed excitement for the upcoming season, highlighting the sustainable fuel-powered engines and the high-level competition expected from the world’s best drivers.
