Carlos Sainz has admitted that it feels premature to guarantee that Formula 1 can successfully conclude its 2026 racing calendar with the scheduled final rounds in the Middle East. Amid ongoing geopolitical conflicts and a volatile security climate in the region, the experienced driver remains skeptical about the current outlook.
Both Formula 1 management and the governing body FIA have continuously maintained their stance that the final two rounds of the 2026 season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi—slated for late November and early December—will proceed exactly as planned. However, the situation on the ground remains deeply unpredictable due to persistent tensions involving the US, Israel, Iran, and regional factions.
Speaking in his capacity as a director for the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, Carlos Sainz emphasized that the drivers ultimately have to rely on the judgment and inside information held by series executives and safety officials.
"They seem very convinced that it's going to go ahead," Carlos Sainz stated ahead of the race weekend at the Circuit of the Americas. "From my personal side, it's very difficult to be convinced right now because there are still plenty of things happening in the Middle East and upcoming political shifts that could change everything very suddenly."
While F1 has reportedly worked on a contingency plan featuring Imola as an alternative season finale venue if required, series chiefs remain keen on pressing ahead with the Middle Eastern double-header based on current stakeholder assurances. Carlos Sainz concluded that drivers must stay reactive to the rapidly evolving global situation rather than taking safety guarantees for granted too early.
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