Formula 1 cancels races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia amid Middle East conflict
It isn’t the first global sporting event interrupted by Middle Eastern hostilities.
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Middle East Conflict Forces F1 to Cancel Bahrain and Saudi Grands Prix
Airspace closures and security concerns push Formula 1 to call off two April grands prix.
Read full article →War off the field, uncertainty on it: 2026 FIFA World Cup dilemma amid Middle East conflict
The escalating US-Iran conflict threatens the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Iran's participation in doubt following controversial statements and their own reported intent to withdraw. FIFA faces a complex dilemma, balancing security concerns and potential sanctions against Iran's right to withdraw due to force majeure.
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