Kimi Antonelli’s title hopes boosted by proposed F1 calendar overhaul

The final stretch of the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship is facing a massive, unprecedented logistical overhaul. Following severe security escalations across the Middle East - specifically punctuated by reports of consecutive bombings at Riyadh airport today - the sport's governing body is rapidly moving to scrap the season-ending Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix. While Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali previously stated a desire to finish the season in the Middle East, the unpredictable geopolitical climate has forced the commercial rights holders to activate a drastic European contingency plan.