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Middle East conflict disrupts F1 travel and testing for Australian Grand Prix
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Escalating conflict between Iran, the US, and Israel has caused travel chaos for Formula 1 personnel heading to the 2026 Australian Grand Prix opener, canceled a Pirelli tire test in Bahrain, and raised concerns for regional races. Airspace closures forced flight reroutes, but the Melbourne event will proceed as scheduled, with organizers monitoring impacts on Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.