Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton has addressed uncertainty regarding the final stages of the current racing calendar, expressing his hope that the sport will successfully hold its scheduled events in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The races are currently slated to serve as the season finale, though the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has raised questions about their viability.

While Formula One management is officially proceeding with the original schedule, reports indicate that the organization has developed contingency plans should the security situation deteriorate. According to The Guardian, one such alternative involves moving the final round to the Imola circuit in Italy if both Middle Eastern meetings are forced to be cancelled. Hamilton noted that he trusts the sport’s governing bodies to make the appropriate decisions regarding safety and logistics. The comments were made ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, as teams and drivers continue to monitor the geopolitical climate surrounding the remaining races of the season.