Sepang International Circuit
Circuit character
489
Overtakes per race
1 race since 2023, first laps excluded
50%
Wet sessions
rain in 1 of 2 measured sessions since 2023
15.7s
Quickest pit lane visit
entry to exit, since 2011
Fastest laps
- 2026Max Verstappen Red Bull1:38.220
- 2017Sebastian Vettel Ferrari1:34.080
- 2016Nico Rosberg Mercedes1:36.424
- 2015Nico Rosberg Mercedes1:42.062
- 2014Lewis Hamilton Mercedes1:43.066
- 2013Sergio Pérez McLaren1:39.199
- 2012Kimi Räikkönen Lotus F11:40.722
- 2011Mark Webber Red Bull1:40.571
- 2010Mark Webber Red Bull
Most wins here
Most successful teams here
Events held here (20)
- 2026Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia4 Oct 2026
- 2017Malaysian Grand Prix1 Oct 2017
- 2016Malaysian Grand Prix2 Oct 2016
- 2015Malaysian Grand Prix29 Mar 2015
- 2014Malaysian Grand Prix30 Mar 2014
- 2013Malaysian Grand Prix24 Mar 2013
- 2012Malaysian Grand Prix25 Mar 2012
- 2011Malaysian Grand Prix10 Apr 2011
- 2010Malaysian Grand Prix4 Apr 2010
- 2009Malaysian Grand Prix5 Apr 2009
- 2008
Tagged news
via f1technical.netWhat led to Williams' double disappointment at Sepang?Williams Racing faced a challenging race at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang, where both drivers initially performed well on intermediate tyres after a rain delay. However, Carlos Sainz's race was compromised by a collision at the first restart, causing him to drop from sixth to 17th place, while Alex Albon retired due to a gearbox failure after struggling with various issues throughout the race.
Despite a strong start, the team's performance deteriorated as the track dried, and they were unable to convert their early advantage into points. Team Principal James Vowles noted the need for improved pace and race execution, as the team shifts its focus towards future developments for the 2027 season.
Mon 5 Oct · 00:00 UTC
via f1technical.netAudi left frustrated after missing points by a single position at SepangAudi faced disappointment at the Bahrain Grand Prix as Nico Hulkenberg finished just outside the points in 11th place, losing the final points position to Arvid Lindblad on the last lap. Gabriel Bortoleto's race was marred by a collision with Carlos Sainz, resulting in a 10-second penalty and a finish in 18th place due to significant damage to his car.
Despite the setbacks, Audi's strategy to switch to intermediate tyres early in the race was praised, and Hulkenberg showed strong pace after switching back to soft tyres. Racing Director Allan McNish acknowledged the team's competitiveness but expressed frustration at narrowly missing points for the second consecutive race, highlighting the tight margins in the midfield.
