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F2 CEO confirms makes firm stance on potential season-ending issue

Bruno Michel, the F2 CEO, confirmed that the final two rounds of the Formula 2 season will still take place, and the series will not retroactively name the 2026 champion. The conflict in the Middle East began in February when…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 3:00 PM
F2 CEO confirms makes firm stance on potential season-ending issue
Key Things to Know
  • F2 CEO Bruno Michel confirmed the final rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will not be canceled.
  • Michel ruled out retroactively crowning a champion based on previous standings from Baku.
  • Earlier cancellations in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia were rescheduled to Montreal, Canada.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Formula 2 CEO Bruno Michel has confirmed that the final two rounds of the 2026 season will take place in Qatar and Abu Dhabi as scheduled. Despite ongoing regional instability impacting previous Middle Eastern events, Michel dismissed suggestions of cancellations or replacement races, affirming that F2 will mirror Formula 1's plans to conclude the season in November and December.

Michel also rejected the idea of retroactively crowning a champion, which would have awarded the title to Rafa Camara based on standings after Baku. With three drivers actively competing for the championship, Michel stated that the series is determined to finish the campaign on the track under optimal conditions.

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