F1 planning to finish season in Middle East as Imola deadline passes
The 2026 Formula 1 season will conclude with the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix as planned, with Italy's Imola circuit stood down as back-up for the races.
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Formula 1 chiefs are proceeding with plans to hold the final two rounds of 2026 in the Middle East after a deadline to move one of the season-ending races to Italy passed.
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The 2026 Formula 1 season will conclude with the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix as planned, with Italy's Imola circuit stood down as back-up for the races.
