The future of the end-of-season World Rally Championship (WRC) in Saudi Arabia will be determined in mid-September. The FIA is closely monitoring the current situation in the Middle East, marked by the instability in the region.
The WRC has scheduled its final round in the Arab country from November 11 to 14, but this event is part of multiple sports competitions in the Middle East that are affected by the conflict between the United States and Israel regarding Iran.
This situation has recently complicated with the breakdown of a ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States/Israel, which has led to the resumption of attacks around the area, even affecting commercial navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Last week, the World Endurance Championship announced that races in the region would be replaced by events in Barcelona and Monza.
The FIA, through its motorsport director for road, Emilia Abel, has commented on the joint work with organizers to find the best solution in the uncertain situation: ‘We are working closely with the manufacturing teams and considering the logistical implications that the championship may have.’
According to Abel, a definitive decision should be made around mid-September: ‘Currently, we are dedicating efforts to ensure that the Rally of Saudi Arabia can take place as planned, as the participants have already scheduled their seasons considering this event.’
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
