ORGANIZERS assured that the much-awaited Abu Dhabi grand prix will take place in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) capital later this month amid rumors that the prestigious motor racing event could get cancelled due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Hamas.
A spokesperson for Formula 1 confirmed that the international motorsport will take place over 58 laps of the 5.281-kilometer Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island on Sunday, November 26.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas and the possibility of tensions spreading in the Middle East led to speculations that the season finale in the UAE could get canceled.
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is traditionally the closing event of the F1 season which attracts more than 60,000 racing enthusiasts in the UAE capital every year.
Brazil will host the sixth and final sprint of the season this weekend before finishing the season with the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 18 and the finale set to take place in Abu Dhabi.
Known for its glamorous festivities and star-studded events, thousands of fans visit the Emirati capital every year to experience the best trackside drama and to witness who will be crowned as champion during the final race of the season.
So far, 38-year-old British racing driver Lewis Hamilton holds the record for the most number of wins.
Meanwhile, Belgian and Dutch racing driver Max Verstappen has won the last three races in Abu Dhabi, including the controversial title clash with Hamilton in 2021.
The first Abu Dhabi Grand Prix took place in 2009 and is due to take place at the Yas Marina Circuit until 2030.
