Imola Mayor Marco Panieri has formally acknowledged the final decision made by the FIA and Formula 1 to press ahead with the scheduled season-ending events in the Middle East. The confirmation officially ends persistent paddock rumors suggesting the historic Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari might host a late-season Grand Prix as contingency measures.
Speculation had grown over a potential return to Imola for a second consecutive year, especially after other motorsport championships like the WEC adjusted their calendars due to regional uncertainties. However, governing bodies firmly ruled out any alterations, guaranteeing that the upcoming rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will proceed exactly as planned in the official 2026 race schedule.
Reacting to the announcement via social media, Mayor Marco Panieri admitted a sense of regret over the missed opportunity. The local administration had deeply hoped to welcome the championship back to the Emilia-Romagna region, particularly to celebrate the monumental achievement of newly crowned world champion and home hero Kimi Antonelli, who secured his maiden drivers' title with Mercedes.
Despite the disappointment of missing out on hosting duties for the current campaign, Panieri emphasized that local authorities, regional partners, and ACI will continue working tirelessly behind the scenes. The shared ambition remains steadfast to secure a long-term future and bring top-tier single-seater racing back to the passionate Italian fans in the near future.
With the calendar locked in place, attention now shifts entirely to the final three high-stakes rounds of the 2026 season in Las Vegas, Lusail, and Yas Marina as the championship heads toward its dramatic conclusion.
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