Formula One chiefs have promised to make 'safety and wellbeing' a priority as the sport's rulers grapple with the fall-out from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix is not under threat but concerns are mounting over whether next month's Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races will be able to go ahead. Airports in the Middle East have been closed after the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, who have since retaliated. 'Safety and wellbeing will guide our decisions as we assess the forthcoming events scheduled there for the World Endurance Championship and the Formula One World Championship. Meanwhile, Australian Grand Prix chief executive officer Travis Auld has also played down any fear that the season-opening race could be postponed.

Source: Daily Mail March 02, 2026 21:19 UTC