The Political PlayBook Ep 2! Racing Into War: Why F1 Pulled Out of the Middle East Grand Prixs!

The Political PlayBook Ep 2! Racing Into War: Why F1 Pulled Out of the Middle East Grand Prixs!

May 7, 2026 · 14 min · Season 1 · Episode 2

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The episode discusses the cancellation of F1 races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia and its geopolitical implications.

Welcome back to The Political Playbook , the sub series under the Alanyzing podcast umbrella, where sports meets power, policy, and politics. I’m your host, Alan Solorio On episode 2 of TPP: why F1 cancelled its races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia this April. Two Grand Prix events — gone. And if you think that's just a scheduling disappointment for motorsport fans, think again because the reason tells you everything about the most dangerous geopolitical spot on the planet right now. I get into the situation and my takeaways from Round 4 in Miami.

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