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F2 will race in North America for the first time in 2026 (twice)
Formula 2 will be part of the support races for the 2026 Miami and Montreal Grands Prix, taking the place of the cancelled Middle East rounds, which also means IndyCar driver Colton Herta will miss the Indy 500 due to the conflicting schedule.
Even though Formula 1 decided not to replace the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabian GP races, Formula 2 managed to adjust its calendar and include weekends in Miami and Montreal to compensate for the lost rounds.
This scheduling conflict prevents Herta from competing in the Indy 500 where he was expected to join Andretti’s team, potentially leaving just three cars for the race.
Despite the complications, F2’s move to North America is seen as a positive step, marking the series’ first appearance in the continent.
FIA Formula 2 CEO Bruno Michel expressed gratitude towards F1, FIA, promoters, and the team for their efforts in making this North American expansion a reality in such a short time frame.
