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Sainz questions whether Qatar and Abu Dhabi rounds will go ahead
Carlos Sainz said he is not convinced Formula 1 will complete its season in the Middle East as planned. His comments focused on the scheduled final rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, while adding that the sport must rely on its decision-makers.
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October 22, 2026
Carlos Sainz has raised doubts over whether Formula 1's planned season-ending races in the Middle East will take place as scheduled. Reports said he described it as difficult to be convinced that the final two rounds will go ahead.
The events in question are the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix, which are due to close out the season. Sainz said he is not convinced the championship will finish in the region, though he also indicated that Formula 1 must trust the people making the decisions.