Zara Larsson hints Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is canceled
Summary
A now-deleted Instagram post from Zara Larsson suggests the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix may not happen, as paddock rumors swirl that F1 is canceling its Middle East rounds.
Formula One Management still publicly insists Qatar and Abu Dhabi will go ahead, but paddock rumors say both races are off. Now, Zara Larsson — booked to perform at Yas Marina — appears to have revealed the secret.
Why it matters:
Canceling the final two rounds would be unprecedented and would upend F1's season finale. It would also disrupt travel, sponsors, and F1's ties with the Gulf. Imola is being readied as an alternative host.
The details:
- GPblog reported teams were told not to travel to the Middle East for the final races due to security concerns.
- FOM officially still lists Qatar and Abu Dhabi, and Yas Marina says it's preparing to host.
- Imola fallback: Hotels around the Italian circuit are reportedly fully booked by F1, with Imola set to become the finale once the calendar is revised.
- Larsson's hint: On Instagram, the singer replied to a follower urging her to cancel her Abu Dhabi show over the UAE's alleged role in Sudan. She wrote, 'I will not going to Abu Dhabi.' The posts were deleted.
- Unclear why: It's unknown if she's boycotting over Sudan or knows the race won't happen.
What's next:
The paddock awaits official confirmation. If the Middle East rounds are dropped, Imola will host a dramatic season finale — but for now, the only public hint is a deleted Instagram post.
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