SailGP bullish on Middle East
SailGP bullish on Middle East
The final two events of the 2026 SailGP season take the 13 teams to the Middle East:
• Nov 21-22 – Dubai, UAE
• Nov 28-29 – Abu Dhabi, UAE
But given the uncertainty in the region due to an ongoing military conflict with Iran and USA, and much of it occurring on the same waters as these race venues, would the league seek a more certain alternative?
Apparently not, as tickets are now on sale for both events that will be “perfect for families, friends, and fans looking for a day of adrenaline and fun by the water.” That is, as long as Iran is not lashing out at the UAE in retaliation for USA actions.
"We’re really pleased to confirm the ticketed experiences for the final two races of the season," said SailGP chief executive officer Sir Russell Coutts.
The governments from Australia, Canada, USA, and many European nations are among those who consider travel to the UAE as a bad idea, with the USA issuing a Level 3 advisory “due to armed conflict risks, terrorism threats, and regional drone or missile activity.” Level 4 is the worst.
The final two events of the 2026 SailGP season take the 13 teams to the Middle East:
• Nov 21-22 – Dubai, UAE
• Nov 28-29 – Abu Dhabi, UAE
But given the uncertainty in the region due to an ongoing military conflict with Iran and USA, and much of it occurring on the same waters as these race venues, would the league seek a more certain alternative?
Apparently not, as tickets are now on sale for both events that will be “perfect for families, friends, and fans looking for a day of adrenaline and fun by the water.” That is, as long as Iran is not lashing out at the UAE in retaliation for USA actions.
"We’re really pleased to confirm the ticketed experiences for the final two races of the season," said SailGP chief executive officer Sir Russell Coutts.
The governments from Australia, Canada, USA, and many European nations are among those who consider travel to the UAE as a bad idea, with the USA issuing a Level 3 advisory “due to armed conflict risks, terrorism threats, and regional drone or missile activity.” Level 4 is the worst.
