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Austin considers hosting two F1 races due to Middle East concerns

ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 5:13 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Austin considers hosting two F1 races due to Middle East concerns

Summary

Austin's Circuit of the Americas is open to hosting two Formula 1 races this season. This potential change would occur if ongoing war in Iran leads to cancellations of races in the Middle East. F1 has not confirmed any changes to its schedule, but discussions are underway regarding alternative venues as the season progresses.

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Key Details

•Circuit of the Americas may host two races this season.
•Potential changes hinge on Middle East race cancellations.
•Ongoing war in Iran is impacting the F1 schedule.
•No official confirmation of schedule changes from F1 yet.

Latest Updates

5:59 PMESPN F1 — Austin open to hosting two F1 races this season

What they're saying

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Austin's Circuit of the Americas left the door ever so slightly open for Formula 1 to finish its season in Texas, in the event that war in Iran causes cancellations to races in the Middle East.
— ESPN F1by Nate Saunders

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