Sainz not convinced F1 can finish in Middle East

Carlos Sainz has said it is "premature" for Formula 1 bosses to be confident about ending the season in the Middle East.

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem this week reiterated his view that the season can and will conclude with scheduled races in Qatar on Nov. 29 and Abu Dhabi on Dec. 6, despite ongoing uncertainty due to tensions and conflict in the region.