F1 cancels Bahrain and Saudi Arabia GPs because of Middle East war

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Formula One has cancelled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix races due to the ongoing Middle East war, with the Bahrain circuit located just 20 miles from a targeted US military base. The races were scheduled for April 12 and 19 respectively, but logistical concerns forced the cancellation decision before more freight could be dispatched. Replacement races are considered unlikely due to scheduling and logistical constraints.

Bahrain circuit only 20 miles from targeted US base Races unlikely to be replaced because of logistics Formula One has cancelled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia grands prix because of the war in the Middle East. The races were due to take place on 12 April in Bahrain and 19 April in Saudi Arabia but the sport was approaching the point at which a decision on cancellation needed to be made to prevent more freight being sent to Bahrain. Continue reading...