F2 adds extra Baku feature race and insists Qatar, Abu Dhabi still on – what does this mean for F1?

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Formula 2 has announced a significant change for its upcoming event in Baku, introducing an extra feature race and qualifying session. This decision comes shortly before the race weekend, indicating a shift in the usual format to enhance the experience for fans and attendees. The F2 series aims to provide more entertainment during this unique race weekend, which will include multiple sessions and races.

Despite the changes in Baku, the F2 season finale is still planned for Abu Dhabi, although the geopolitical situation in the Middle East raises concerns about the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix. The FIA and F1 are set to review the 2026 calendar soon, with discussions about potential cancellations and alternative venues, such as Imola, for the season's conclusion.

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F2 adds extra Baku feature race and insists Qatar, Abu Dhabi still on – what does this mean for F1?The Formula 2 championship has announced a "supersized" meeting for its next round in Baku. The move will see it host an additional feature race in Azerbaijan and comes just 10 days before the race weekend is due to kick off. It is an unusual and late decision that inevitably raises eyebrows at a time when the end of the Formula 1 season remains uncertain. At present, the Qatar and Abu Dhabi ... Keep reading

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