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F1's 2026 Calendar Sparks Controversy Over Indy 500

6/10/2025

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Formula 1's 2026 calendar sparks controversy with the Canadian Grand Prix and the iconic Indianapolis 500 set for the same day, May 24. While the decision aims to streamline logistics between Montreal and Miami, critics lament the overshadowing of the Indy 500's storied legacy in favor of F1's expanding North American presence.

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Formula 1's 2026 calendar sparks controversy with the Canadian Grand Prix and the iconic Indianapolis 500 set for the same day, May 24. While the decision aims to streamline logistics between Montreal and Miami, critics lament the overshadowing of the Indy 500's storied legacy in favor of F1's expanding North American presence.