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F1 rules out replacements for Bahrain and Saudi GPs amid conflict escalation

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As Middle East tensions intensify following US and Israeli strikes on Iran, Formula 1 is unlikely to find last-minute substitutes for the threatened Bahrain (April 12) and Saudi Arabian (April 19) Grands Prix, prioritizing safety over maintaining a full 24-race calendar despite teams' revenue concerns. This follows earlier disruptions including a cancelled Pirelli test and travel chaos.