F1 is considering Abu Dhabi to close out the 2026 season

Formula 1 is revisiting its 2026 calendar and, according to the latest plans, Abu Dhabi remains one of the strongest options to host the final race of the year. The decision will also depend on the geographic balance of the championship, which in 2026 will begin with entirely new cars and regulations.

For Italian fans, that is far from a minor detail: ending in the Middle East would avoid extra late-season travel in Europe and guarantee a proven venue for the season finale. The final calendar has not yet been officially announced, but the idea is a serious one.