F1 postpones Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races amid ongoing conflict

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Last updated Jul 23, 2026

F1 postpones Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races amid ongoing conflict
Summary

Formula 1 has postponed races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, initially scheduled for April, due to the ongoing war in Iran. This decision leaves open the possibility for rescheduling the events later in the season. The impact of such postponements could alter the race calendar significantly, although no new dates have been officially set as of yet.

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  • F1 announced postponements due to war in Iran.
  • Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were originally set for April.
  • No new dates for the events have been announced.
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When Formula 1 announced the postponement of the two races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia - originally due to take place back in April - it left the door open for the rescheduling of either event.The war in Iran was the cause of the two being called off on their...

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