Bahrain GP

F1 prepares European alternatives as Middle East escalation threatens Bahrain and Saudi GPs

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Following initial disruptions from the Middle East conflict—including a cancelled Pirelli tyre test in Bahrain and travel chaos for the Australian GP—Formula 1 is now focusing on contingency plans for the Bahrain Grand Prix (April 12) and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix (April 19). Escalating tensions have led to the WEC postponing its Qatar opener, with venues like Imola, Portimão, and Paul Ricard under consideration amid safety concerns.