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F1 fans outraged as Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket prices soar: is greed taking over?

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
February 6, 2026
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F1 fans outraged as Abu Dhabi Grand Prix ticket prices soar: is greed taking over?

F1 FANS ERUPT OVER SHOCKING TICKET PRICE HIKE FOR 2026 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX!

Formula 1 enthusiasts are seething with outrage as reports of a staggering ticket price increase for the upcoming 2026 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix surface on social media. With just a month to go before the much-anticipated start of the 2026 season— set to be one of the longest in F1 history at 24 races— fans are left grappling with the reality of soaring costs that threaten to alienate die-hard supporters.

The season kicks off on March 8 in Melbourne, Australia, and wraps up with the Abu Dhabi GP on December 6, at the Yas Marina Circuit— a venue that has hosted the finale for 15 consecutive years. However, the early-bird ticket prices are already causing a stir, jumping from 5654 AED (£1128) to a jaw-dropping 6200 AED (£1237). That’s an eye-watering increase of approximately £110 compared to last year!

One irate fan took to X to express their disbelief, declaring the price hike to be “absolutely outrageous.” Another user echoed these sentiments, stating, “F1 has done so well to open up the sport, but they really need to make sure they don’t kill it. Feels just pure greed/profiteering at the moment.” The frustration doesn’t stop there; fans are declaring they will not return to events like Silverstone due to what they perceive as “corporate crazy prices.”

In stark contrast, some are pointing fingers at the Belgian Grand Prix, where prices have only risen by a modest five euros compared to last year. This suggests that the issue may not be widespread across the F1 calendar, leaving fans to wonder why Abu Dhabi is adopting such drastic measures.

As the uproar continues, GPFans has reached out to organizers of the Abu Dhabi GP for an explanation regarding the steep ticket prices. The backlash from fans raises critical questions about the future of F1 and its commitment to accessibility for all motorsport lovers.

In more exhilarating news, the 2026 F1 calendar is packed with excitement, featuring 24 venues across 21 countries, including the highly-anticipated new Madrid track, which will replace the traditional Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the Spanish Grand Prix. Meanwhile, iconic tracks like Imola have been dropped to streamline the race schedule.

The upcoming season will also see the return of six sprint weekends, with several venues hosting sprint races for the first time ever. This includes Montreal, Zandvoort, and Singapore, while fan favorites like Qatar and Brazil revert back to traditional race weekends.

The 2026 season promises to be a rollercoaster of drama and adrenaline, commencing on March 8 at 3 PM local time in Australia. With practice and qualifying sessions set for the preceding days, F1 fans around the globe are gearing up for what could be an unforgettable season. But as ticket prices soar, will the passion of the fans endure, or will the allure of F1 become a privilege only for the wealthy? Only time will tell.

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