Barcelona on standby as 2027 F1 calendar delayedFormula 1's Middle East uncertainty is now disrupting plans for 2027, with Barcelona emerging as the likely replacement for Bahrain's traditional pre-season test. Formula 1 is now also delaying publication of the 2027 calendar until autumn while preparing alternative plans for both testing and races. Stefano Domenicali confirmed Formula 1 will publish a conventional 2027 race calendar first, but may alter it during the winter. If the situation in the Middle East is not resolved, we naturally have options, meaning another plan. Portugal and Turkey are expected to return in 2027, potentially giving Formula 1 greater flexibility if its Middle East program remains disrupted.