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Imola seeks second Italian GP amid Middle East conflict uncertainty

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 12:01 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Imola seeks second Italian GP amid Middle East conflict uncertainty

Summary

Geronimo La Russa, president of the Automobile Club d'Italia, announced plans to potentially host a second Formula 1 Grand Prix in Italy this season, citing the ongoing conflict in the Middle East as a factor. Imola has been identified as the 'ideal solution' for an additional race, should the season not conclude in Abu Dhabi as scheduled. Currently, the Bahrain Grand Prix will still be held in early October at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. Concerns over weather conditions and logistics have been raised regarding an end-of-season European race, with discussions ongoing about maximizing the calendar.

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By the Numbers

•Imola confirmed as potential host for second GP this season.
•Conflict in the Middle East may disrupt Abu Dhabi finale.
•Bahrain GP to occur in October at a different location.
•Concerns raised about weather for November-December races.
•Discussions on logistical feasibility are ongoing.

Latest Updates

12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Imola puts itself forward for second Italian GP: 'It's the ideal solution'

What they're saying

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Automobile Club d'Italia (ACI) president Geronimo La Russa has revealed that Italy is actively working on plans to potentially host a second Formula 1 Grand Prix later this season, should the conflict in the Middle East prevent the campaign from concluding in Abu Dhabi as usual. As already announced a few weeks ago, Formula 1 is certain to recover at least one of the events cancelled last April due to the conflict in the Middle East.
— Yahoo Sports

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