What happened: Stefano Domenicali said Formula 1 has confirmed its 2026 calendar will end with races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The announcement settles the order of the final two rounds on the championship schedule.

Why it matters: The decision locks in the closing stretch of the season and removes uncertainty around the last two race weekends. It also fixes the stage for any title fight, with the last points of the year to be decided across that Qatar-to-Abu Dhabi run.

What to watch: Attention now shifts to event-by-event timing details and any remaining logistical updates around the finale. On track, the confirmed order frames the last two chances to settle the championships.