Abu Dhabi Grand Prix set for 3 December season finale

The Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will conclude the 2026 racing season at Yas Marina Circuit from 3 December to 6 December, organizers confirmed on Sunday, 23 August. The race serves as the official finale for the Formula 1 World Championship, bringing the global circuit to its close in the UAE capital. Preparation and Schedule Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula One, stated that preparations for the season finale are progressing as scheduled. The four-day event includes practice sessions and qualifying rounds leading up to the main race on Sunday, 6 December. The announcement triggers the final phase of logistics and ticket operations for the 2026 season's concluding event. Saood Abdulaziz Al Hosani, Under-Secretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, noted that the emirate has hosted Formula 1 annually since 2009. The event is a primary driver for the local tourism and hospitality sectors, attracting thousands of international visitors to Yas Island for both the sporting competition and the accompanying entertainment programme. Economic and Tourism Impact Saif Rashid Al Noaimi, CEO of Ethara, confirmed that race organizers are working with Formula 1 partners to manage the fan experiences and team requirements. The event spans the entirety of Yas Island, incorporating concerts and hospitality suites alongside the track activity. Data from previous years shows the Grand Prix remains the most significant weekend for Abu Dhabi’s…