The Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation announced Monday the cancellation of the 2026 Saudi Rally, a part of the Middle East Rally Championship. The rally was scheduled to take place in Jeddah next November. This decision comes amid ongoing attacks by the Iran-backed Houthi group in Yemen. A joint statement from the Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation and Saudi Motorsport Company confirmed the cancellation followed coordination with relevant authorities. The escalating security concerns due to the Houthi attacks were cited as the primary reason for the event’s removal from the calendar. This marks a significant disruption to the motorsport schedule for Saudi Arabia and the wider region. The cancellation highlights the impact of regional instability on sporting events.