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The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix could be set for a return to the 2026 F1 calendar, despite being cancelled earlier in the year.
The Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix may return to the 2026 F1 calendar despite their earlier cancellations due to the Middle East war. This led to a five-week spring break before the Miami GP last weekend and a condensed 22-race season compared to the usual 24 events. Liberty Media’s CEO mentioned the possibility of rescheduling one of the races while prioritizing the safety of F1 team members and personnel. Reports suggest a potential year-ending quadruple-header, although the feasibility remains uncertain given the tight end-of-season schedule. The Bahrain GP is more likely to be rescheduled, possibly between the Azerbaijan and Singapore Grands Prix, creating a triple-header in early October. Liberty Media’s focus on people’s well-being and the impact of cancellations on championship points and power unit rules underline the challenges and adjustments faced in managing the 2026 F1 calendar.
