Could the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix be plunged into doubt alongside Bahrain?

After American and Israeli strikes on Iran, Tehran has retaliated by attacking several neighbouring countries in the region.

Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates have been subject to these attacks, and continued aggression from United States President Donald Trump and leaders in Iran shows that the conflict could last for weeks.

As April 12 fast approaches, marking the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix, there have been discussions about whether the race will be able to proceed as planned.

In an open letter regarding the current situation, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem said: "We are in close contact with our Member Clubs, championship promoters, teams, and colleagues on the ground as we monitor developments carefully and responsibly.

Now, alongside Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia has also been subject to strikes from Iran in the aftermath of the American and Israeli attacks.

A refinery of Aston Martin's title sponsor, Aramco, was ablaze after coming under fire from Iranian strikes, and now verified reports have said the US embassy in Riyadh has also been hit by Tehran.

The advice from the British Foreign Office to its nationals currently in Saudi Arabia now mirrors the advice issued for Bahrain and the UAE, telling people to 'stay indoors and exercise caution' due to missile and drone activity.

As a result of these escalations, current F1 personnel from Mercedes, McLaren and Pirelli are all stuck following the shutdown of Middle Eastern airspace after unsuccessful attempts to leave.

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah is scheduled to take place on April 19, just a week after the Bahrain Grand Prix, and GPblog has analysed what may happen if the Bahrain Grand Prix were to be cancelled.

Now, the Saudi Arabian race weekend could be thrown into disarray.