Bahrain and Saudi Arabia F1 race cancellations confirmed due to Iran war
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Formula One has officially canceled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix races scheduled for April, citing safety concerns related to the ongoing war with Iran. The cancellations mark the first time F1 has pulled races from the Middle East region due to military conflict, disrupting the sport's calendar and forcing teams to adjust their 2026 season schedule.
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