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F1 president hopes to restore cancelled Gulf grand prix this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 1:16 PM

Last updated Jul 5, 2026

F1 president hopes to restore cancelled Gulf grand prix this season

Summary

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali expressed a desire to reinstate one of the two cancelled races in the Middle East this season. The races in Bahrain and Jeddah were scrapped due to escalating conflict in the region. Domenicali indicated that the potential for inclusion in October exists, likely positioned between the Baku and Singapore races. A decision regarding this reinstatement needs to be made before the August summer break for logistics. A successful return would send a positive message for both the sport and the political, according to Domenicali.

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By the Numbers

•One of two Gulf races cancelled due to regional conflict.
•Domenicali hopes to slot a race in October.
•Potential for Bahrain to be reinstated.
•Decision required before August summer break.
•Restoring the race would convey a positive message.

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1:16 PMYahoo Sports — F1 boss Domenicali hopes to restore cancelled Gulf grand prix

What they're saying

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Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali says he wants to restore to this season's calendar at least one of the two races in the Middle East which were cancelled because of the war in the region. The United States and Iran are engaged in negotiations aimed at bringing a lasting end to the war in the Middle East. nr/ah/bsp/pb
— Yahoo Sports

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