# F1 2026 calendar update: Imola off the table

> F1 confirms Imola won't host 2026 finale as Iran war escalates.
- Title: F1 2026 calendar update: Imola off the table · Autosport
- Summary: F1 confirms Imola won't host 2026 finale as Iran war escalates. F1 will end 2026 season with Qatar and Abu Dhabi races unless Iran conflict disrupts travel…
- Keywords: imola, iran war, 2026 calendar, qatar grand prix, abu dhabi grand prix, las vegas, Autosport
- Source: Autosport — https://autosport.com/f1/news/f1-2026-calendar-update-imola-off-the-table-no-plan-b-if-iran-war-escalates/10873643
- Author: Ben Vinel
- Published: 2026-11-10T14:52:26+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: f1, imola, iran war, 2026 calendar, qatar grand prix, abu dhabi grand prix, las vegas, sports, cars
## F1 calendar update
F1 has told Imola its services won't be required in December.
## Iran conflict impact
Middle Eastern conflict destabilized region, canceling Saudi race and postponing Bahrain event.
## Imola status
Imola will not prepare for December grand prix as F1 deadline passed.
## 2026 season finale
Las Vegas-Qatar-Abu Dhabi triple-header set to proceed with current travel insurance.
## Safety concerns
F1 cannot guarantee situation won't change by early December and prioritizes safety if conflict escalates.
## Team responses
Ferrari and Mercedes trust FIA to make decisions based on international guidelines.
## Travel advice
Riders can choose to skip events if they feel unsafe, with no impact on F1 relationships.
## Key takeaway

F1 will end 2026 season with Qatar and Abu Dhabi races unless Iran conflict disrupts travel plans.