General · 2 March 2026
Middle East crisis forces flight changes for Australian Grand Prix
Around 1,000 Formula One staff are urgently revising travel arrangements ahead of the Melbourne season opener as tensions rise in the Middle East. Although race cars and vital equipment were transported successfully after pre-season testing, widespread flight cancellations through hubs including Doha and the United Arab Emirates have created major disruption. Officials say drivers and senior engineers are being prioritised to guarantee the event runs as planned, though some support personnel could miss the opening race weekend.
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