Dubai's iconic Burj Khalifa and Abu Dhabi's Mubadala Tower have lit up to mark the 50-day countdown until the 2026 Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Taking place from December 3-6, the final round of the Formula One World Championship will be held at Yas Island, with the multi-day Yasalam festival featuring global music stars performing across multiple venues.
The countdown displays were also viewed across other locations in the UAE, including the ADNOC Building and the W Hotel Abu Dhabi Gridshell.
Abu Dhabi is getting ready 🇦🇪
— Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (@abudhabigp) October 17, 2026
Just 50 days to go.
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Counting down from the UAE to the world 🇦🇪
— Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (@abudhabigp) October 17, 2026
50 days to go.
All Roads Lead to Yas.
Secure your tickets now via link in bio. pic.twitter.com/a4rrTxabWe
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