Two races on the Formula One 2026 calendar, the Bahrain Grand Prix and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, face uncertainty due to escalating tensions involving Iran in the Middle East. Security risks and air travel disruptions across Gulf countries have raised concerns for teams and fans, prompting officials to reassess whether the races can proceed safely.

Two key races on the 2026 Formula One calendar, the Bahrain Grand Prix and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, are facing serious uncertainty due to escalating tensions in the Middle East. Ongoing regional conflict involving Iran has raised major security and logistical concerns, forcing Formula One officials to reassess whether the events can proceed safely.

Races at Risk

The Bahrain Grand Prix is scheduled for 12 April at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, followed a week later by the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah. However, both events now appear increasingly unlikely to take place amid the worsening regional situation.

Recent military escalation involving Iran has affected several countries across the Gulf, including Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Security risks and disruptions to air travel have created uncertainty for teams, staff and fans traveling to the races.