Formula 1 is evaluating possible changes to its calendar for the The measure comes as a consequence of the prolonged conflicts in the Middle East, which have already resulted in the cancellation of two important stages at the beginning of the year. The organization seeks to ensure that the season maintains the original number of 24 races.
At the beginning of the year, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix were suspended due to the bombings carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran. This scenario reduced the number of scheduled races from 24 to 22.
Despite the reduction, Formula One Management (FOM), which manages the category, maintains the objective of completing the 24 stages initially planned. Sources from Spain’s Marca newspaper indicate that the organizer is working with three alternatives, in no rush to decide.
The future of the 2026 calendar
FOM’s priority is to maintain the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs, which traditionally close the season. However, there are other proposals being analyzed if the geopolitical situation in the region does not stabilize in time.
One of the alternatives studied is holding a double round in Las Vegas, in the United States. However, this option presents considerable logistical challenges, as the circuit is set up on city streets, which would create complications with prolonged closures.
Another idea under discussion would be to end the 2026 season with races in Europe. Races in Portimão, Portugal, and Spain, are being considered by the organization. This suggestion is already circulating behind the scenes at Formula 1 and would have been presented to the FOM itself.
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