F1 sets mid-October deadline for Qatar and Abu Dhabi GP decision

First reported 2 days, 1 hour ago · latest 26 minutes ago

Formula 1 teams were told they will learn by mid-October whether the season-ending Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix will proceed, amid ongoing Middle East conflict. Lewis Hamilton also criticised planned shorter races for 2027, saying it makes no sense.

Lewis Hamilton

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Sky Sports F1 and F1i report the mid-October deadline, while Autosport analyses the reasons behind the delay. Crash.net adds Hamilton's backing for racing in the region. PlanetF1 and ESPN focus on Hamilton's criticism of shorter 2027 races, which the official FIA document does not address.

Recommended first read: Autosport provides the most comprehensive analysis of the cancellation delay, including context and contingency plans, with an image and no paywall.

F1 sets mid-October deadline for Qatar and Abu Dhabi GP decision

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