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News›Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026

2026 Bahrain Grand Prix takes place in Malaysia

PlanetF1+ 2 moreFri 2 Oct · 07:41 UTCupdated Sun 4 Oct · 12:05 UTCHave your say
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The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix was held at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. The event featured various live updates and coverage throughout the race weekend.

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First to reportBahrain GP in Malaysia LIVE: Follow FP2 as it happens from SepangLive FP2 updates from the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, taking place at the Sepang International Circuit.PlanetF1Fri 2 Oct · 07:41 UTCRead their report →
LIVE COVERAGE: All the action from the 2026 Bahrain GP in MalaysiaLive coverage of Sunday's Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026.Formula1.comSun 4 Oct · 06:06 UTCRead →
Bahrain GP in Malaysia LIVE: Race updates as the action unfoldsLive updates from the Bahrain GP in Malaysia as the race unfolds from the Sepang International Circuit.PlanetF1Sun 4 Oct · 06:08 UTCRead →
2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia in pictures | F1 PicturesThe 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in pictures.RaceFansSun 4 Oct · 09:42 UTCRead →
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Who gained and lost the most places at the start in Sepang?The first lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang was marked by significant changes in positions due to mixed weather conditions and varied tyre strategies. Drivers faced slippery conditions, leading to a chaotic start where many struggled for grip. Notably, several drivers opted for intermediate tyres while others chose soft slicks, impacting their performance. Lindblad emerged as the biggest gainer, moving from 22nd to 9th, while Ocon and Albon both gained 10 places. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton faced a dramatic drop, falling from 2nd to 17th, and Charles Leclerc plummeted from 4th to 22nd. The race's unpredictable nature highlighted the challenges drivers faced in adapting to the rapidly changing track conditions.Formula1.comSun 4 OctFeatured Comment: Sepang start shambles not good enough for Formula 1 | BriefsThe 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia was marked by significant delays due to rain and technical issues, causing the race to start almost an hour and a half late. Max Verstappen ultimately secured victory after overcoming these challenges, while the FIA implemented revised power unit software settings to address the problems that caused multiple cars to stop during the formation lap. Lando Norris expressed his concerns regarding a near-miss incident under the Safety Car, while Toto Wolff described the race as one of his worst experiences with Mercedes. The event drew criticism from fans, with some describing the organisation as embarrassingly poor and expressing frustration over the lack of clarity regarding the delays and technical failures.RaceFansSun 4 OctGeorge Russell finds humour in Bahrain power unit failureMercedes driver George Russell described his recent misfortune as laughable after a power unit failure during the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia cost him a potential podium finish. Russell acknowledged that his chances for the Formula 1 title are slipping away due to this setback.Motorsport.comSun 4 OctF1 drivers criticise delays at Bahrain Grand PrixFormula 1 drivers have expressed their frustration over the significant delays at the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix, describing the situation as 'horrible'. The issues were exacerbated by the challenges posed by the wet weather and the performance of the 2026 cars.the-race.comSun 4 OctMax Verstappen hit five milestones by winning in Malaysia including a Michael Schumacher recordMax Verstappen secured victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, marking his first win of the 2026 season and ending a winless streak. Despite challenging conditions and pressure from a late safety car, Verstappen maintained his lead and set the fastest lap, showcasing his dominance throughout the race. This win also allowed Verstappen to achieve several milestones, including matching Michael Schumacher's total of 72 Grand Prix victories. Additionally, it was the first victory for Red Bull using their new engine, and Verstappen extended his record of winning in every season since joining the team in 2016, while also breaking the record for the longest gap between consecutive wins at the same track.f1oversteer.comSun 4 Oct
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