The 2026 F1 calendar dropped today, unveiling a packed lineup of races with bold changes that promise high-octane drama but have already sparked heated debate among fans and teams alike. It also revealed a first-ever for the sport: a head-to-head race against the Indy 500.

Canada’s round slated for May 24 brings the Grand Prix, which usually starts at 2 p.m. ET—into a direct clash with the Indy 500. Typically, Monaco’s Grand Prix has had a date clash with the Indy 500 but vastly different time zones has meant the two races do not run at the same time.

F1 season, features a record-tying 24 races, three visits to the United States and a new grand prix in Madrid in September.