TEAMS AWAIT QATAR ABU DHABI RULING

Original: Teams expect mid-October call on Qatar and Abu Dhabi races

Formula 1 teams anticipate a mid-October decision regarding the status of the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races on the 2026 calendar, with Imola serving as a contingency venue.

The final two rounds remain on Formula 1's 2026 calendar, while Imola prepares as a contingency should the championship need a different finale.