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Formula 2 Championship Debuts in North America in 2026

4/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The FIA Formula 2 Championship will debut in North America with races in Miami and Montreal.
The Miami and Montreal rounds replace Bahrain and Saudi Arabia events canceled due to ongoing Middle East conflicts.
The Miami event runs May 1–3, 2026, and Montreal runs May 22–24, 2026.
Colton Herta will prioritize the Montreal race over the Indianapolis 500.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Formula 1 race in North America occurred at the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal in 1976, expanding motorsport's reach. The FIA's decision to introduce the Formula 2 Championship in Miami and Montreal in 2026 reflects increasing interest in the region, especially after the cancellation of races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to geopolitical tensions, potentially reshaping North American motorsport.

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Story summary

The FIA Formula 2 Championship will debut in North America with races in Miami and Montreal.
The Miami and Montreal rounds replace Bahrain and Saudi Arabia events canceled due to ongoing Middle East conflicts.
The Miami event runs May 1–3, 2026, and Montreal runs May 22–24, 2026.
Colton Herta will prioritize the Montreal race over the Indianapolis 500.

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