Inside the chaos of the F1 drivers’ pre-Sepang training camp

Ahead of the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix, several Formula 1 drivers participated in a training camp in Langkawi, Malaysia. The trip, which included Carlos Sainz, Alex Albon, George Russell, and others, featured activities like karting and chess, allowing the drivers to bond outside of the competitive environment of racing.

Sainz noted that the trip was a spontaneous decision made while coordinating travel plans from Azerbaijan to Malaysia. The drivers enjoyed a mix of training and leisure, with Russell describing the karting experience as chaotic. Despite the fun, the drivers acknowledged the importance of preparing for the upcoming races in Malaysia and Singapore.