From euronews · Aadel Haleem · · 1m 20s
Qatar Eyes 2030 Asian Games and F1 Races
Qatar takes over Asian Games hosting as F1 confirms Gulf races for 2026.
In brief
Qatar takes over Asian Games hosting as F1 confirms Gulf races for 2026. Qatar will host the 2030 Asian Games after receiving the flag in Nagoya, with F1 confirming races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi for 2026 despite regional tensions. Originally reported by euronews.
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What matters most
Qatar will host the 2030 Asian Games after receiving the flag in Nagoya, with F1 confirming races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi for 2026 despite regional tensions.
