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FIA Confirms F1 Races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi Proceed
FIA president says Qatar and Abu Dhabi F1 races will run despite Middle East tensions.
In brief
FIA president says Qatar and Abu Dhabi F1 races will run despite Middle East tensions. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem confirms Formula 1 races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will proceed as planned amid Middle East conflicts. Originally reported by Motorsport.
FIA confirms races proceed
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says Formula 1 races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will go ahead despite Middle East tensions.
Middle East tensions impact races
Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races were cancelled earlier this year due to US-Israel and Iran conflicts.
Recent attacks in Saudi Arabia
A missile attack on Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport killed 13 people, prompting airport reopening with limited service.
FIA contingency plans
FIA has contingency measures for travel disruptions, including local ASN volunteers and officials.
FIA's response to risks
Ben Sulayem states he would not move his family from the UAE if he felt it was unsafe.
Ben Sulayem's confidence
Ben Sulayem says he feels 'secure' about the races, explaining he would not leave his family in the Emirates if unsafe.
FIA's backup plan
FIA has a backup plan to host the season finale at Imola if tensions escalate further.
The takeaway
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem confirms Formula 1 races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will proceed as planned amid Middle East conflicts.
