Max Verstappen issues clear F1 stance as contentious new rule to be dropped – RacingNews365 Review

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Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 8:00 PM

Key Things to Know

Max Verstappen clarified his comments suggesting Formula 1 should avoid racing in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
Formula 1 will shorten grand prix distances for 2027 before reversing the change in 2028 regulations.
A former parts supplier filed a patent infringement lawsuit in Texas ahead of the United States Grand Prix.

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Max Verstappen has clarified his position regarding Formula 1 racing in the Middle East following prior comments about events in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. In related regulatory developments, Formula 1 is reportedly set to reverse a contentious rule change shortening grand prix distances for the 2027 season after only one year, with new FIA regulations indicating a return to standard lengths in 2028.

Additional developments ahead of the United States Grand Prix include a patent infringement lawsuit filed in Texas by an ex-supplier, as well as MotoGP demonstrations and a cowboy-themed livery from Cadillac.

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