Formula 2 (F2) will join the Formula 1 (F1) schedule at the Miami Grand Prix on May 7 and the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal on May 28, 2026. This decision follows the cancellation of two rounds in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to the US-Israel war on Iran, which left a significant gap in F2's calendar. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali expressed excitement about F2's debut in North America, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a strong racing schedule for fans, drivers, and teams. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem highlighted that these new rounds will contribute to F2's global growth and connect with new audiences. However, the Montreal race will clash with the Indianapolis 500, impacting F2 driver Colton Herta's participation in the IndyCar event. Following the opener in Melbourne, F2 is set to host 13 more rounds this season across various locations, including Barcelona, Austria, and Abu Dhabi.