Liberty Media CEO visits Qatar ahead of F1's Gulf finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Derek Chang, CEO of Liberty Media, traveled to Qatar for the recent MotoGP event to assess conditions before Formula 1 finalized its Gulf finale plans. The race in Qatar is scheduled for November 29, with Abu Dhabi set to host the season finale on December 6. F1 has not issued any travel bans, but the situation remains delicate, with ongoing assessments regarding safety and insurance for the events. All 11 F1 teams have expressed their support for proceeding with the Gulf races despite ongoing concerns over regional instability.
- •Derek Chang assessed conditions at the MotoGP in Qatar.
- •The Qatar Grand Prix is on November 29; Abu Dhabi on December 6.
- •All 11 F1 teams back the Gulf finale plan despite concerns.
- •F1 monitoring safety and insurance amid regional tensions.
- •Travel advice currently permits travel to Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Liberty boss went to Qatar in person before F1 gave its Gulf finale the green light
"Liberty Media CEO Derek Chang travelled to Qatar for last weekend's MotoGP race to see the situation for himself before Formula 1 committed to its Gulf finale. F1 also has its own staff in both Doha and Abu Dhabi, and one trigger could still bring the whole plan down.
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