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News›Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026

Kimi Antonelli tops final practice at Bahrain Grand Prix

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Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes achieved the fastest time in Free Practice 3 for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen by 0.278 seconds. This performance sets the stage for a competitive qualifying session between Mercedes and Red Bull.

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Kimi Antonelli tops Bahrain Grand Prix FP3 in Malaysia over Max Verstappen by 0.278sMercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli ended practice on top at the 2026 F1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia after setting the fastest lap during FP3 ...

f1oversteer.comSat 3 Oct · 05:33 UTCRead their report →

Antonelli goes fastest during FP3 at Bahrain GP in MalaysiaMercedes' Kimi Antonelli set the pace for the first time during the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia weekend by going quickest in Free Practice 3.

Formula1.comSat 3 Oct · 06:02 UTCRead →

Antonelli fastest from Verstappen ahead of qualifying in MalaysiaKimi Antonelli was fastest from Max Verstappen in final practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia to set up a Mercedes versus Red Bull fight for pole position.

Sky Sports F1Sat 3 Oct · 06:02 UTCRead →

Antonelli goes fastest in final practice in MalaysiaKimi Antonelli produced an impressive final lap in the closing stages of final practice to go quickest at the Bahrain GP in Malaysia.

espn.comSat 3 Oct · 06:42 UTCRead →

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Bahrain Grand Prix start delayed by heavy rainThe start of the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia has been delayed due to torrential rain and thunderstorms at the Sepang International Circuit. The FIA confirmed the postponement as teams were preparing on the starting grid.

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Damon Hill saw ‘how lucky’ F1 is to have Kimi Antonelli in one of the ‘greatest’ moments of all timeDamon Hill has expressed his admiration for Kimi Antonelli, highlighting his impressive rise as a front runner in the Formula 1 world championship. Despite facing challenges at the Bahrain Grand Prix, Antonelli's performance has kept him in contention for the podium, showcasing his talent even as Mercedes struggles. Hill specifically praised Antonelli's stunning victory at Monza, where he surged from 19th to 1st, calling it one of the greatest sporting moments ever. Hill believes Antonelli's maturity and character make him a significant asset to Formula 1, and he anticipates a bright future for the young driver.

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