Tuesday’s fast-paced F1 news wrap includes Formula 1 deciding that the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix will go ahead as planned as the FIA confirms its latest ADUO findings.

With Esteban Ocon breaking his silence following his dramatic departure from Haas, and McLaren offering a first glimpse of how its launch-spec F1 2027 car will look, here’s today’s roundup…

Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs set to go ahead as planned

The F1 2026 season is set to conclude as planned with the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix.

World events had cast doubt over the final two rounds in the Middle East, with Imola emerging as a potential option if Qatar and Abu Dhabi were cancelled.

Following MotoGP’s visit to Qatar last weekend, Formula 1 is understood to be proceeding with its original plan to finish the season in the Middle East.

FIA confirms latest ADUO findings

The FIA has confirmed that no further engine upgrades have been granted after the third ADUO review window closed.

The Additional Upgrade and Opportunities scheme was established ahead of the F1 2026 season to help struggling manufacturers catch up under the new regulations.

The third review period took place between the Dutch and United States grands prix, with Red Bull Powertrains still considered to have the best-performing internal combustion engine on the grid.

Esteban Ocon breaks silence after shock Haas exit

Esteban Ocon says he is “truly grateful” for the support he has received following his shock split from Haas last month.

Ocon was dropped by Haas after Friday practice at the Mexican Grand Prix, with Ryo Hirakawa standing in for the remainder of the weekend.

Haas confirmed last week that Ocon will not return to the cockpit, with newly signed 2027 race driver Rafael Camara making his debut in Brazil.

Analysis: First McLaren F1 2027 design detail breaks cover

McLaren was the only team to introduce upgrades at last weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix with the arrival of a revised front wing, rear wing, diffuser and floor.

The team has since confirmed that the front wing concept will feature on the launch version of its new car for F1 2027.

PlanetF1.com analyst Uros Radovanovic tells us what the front wing reveals about McLaren’s plans for next season.

George Russell told to ‘chill’ after FIA press conference walkout

F1 press conference host Tom Clarkson says George Russell “needs to chill” after walking out of a press conference after qualifying at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

Russell cut a disappointed figure on Saturday in Brazil after being instructed to abort a lap while in contention for pole position.

Clarkson says Russell “just got up and walked out” after tiring of questions about the incident.