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FIA says Middle East F1 events will not proceed at unacceptable safety risk

The FIA president said Formula 1 drivers and teams would not be put at risk over events in the Middle East. The statement indicates safety concerns affecting major international sporting travel and event operations.

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Deteriorating regional security could force changes to international event schedules and travel plans.

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  1. FIA president says F1 drivers, teams won't be put 'at risk' over Middle East events ↗tsn.ca · Recorded source date: Sep 7, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC
  2. FIA President Ben Sulayem says F1 drivers and teams won't be put 'at risk' over Middle East events ↗mymotherlode.com · Recorded source date: Sep 7, 2026, 7:17 PM UTC

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