Bahrain Grand Prix
Formula 1 delays decision on Bahrain and Saudi races amid conflict
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Formula 1 has delayed its decision on whether to proceed with the Bahrain Grand Prix on April 12 and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on April 19, 2026, due to escalating tensions in the Middle East following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory attacks. Officials are monitoring the situation closely, with safety as the top priority. The conflict has already led to travel disruptions and the cancellation of related events at the ongoing Australian Grand Prix.
Formula 1 tire supplier Pirelli has cancelled a planned two-day wet weather test at the Bahrain International Circuit due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The decision follows retaliatory missile strikes by Iran on US military bases in the region, including one near the circuit in Bahrain. All personnel are reported safe as F1 monitors the situation ahead of upcoming races.