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via CrashGeorge Russell retires due to Mercedes power unit failureGeorge Russell was forced to retire from the Bahrain Grand Prix after a suspected power unit failure with just five laps remaining. This incident significantly impacted his championship hopes and denied Mercedes a potential podium finish.
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via gpfans.comFIA issues statement on Max Verstappen's Bahrain GP winThe FIA has released a statement addressing an error involving Max Verstappen during the Bahrain Grand Prix. Despite the blunder, Verstappen secured victory in a chaotic race held in Malaysia.
Sun 4 Oct · 12:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comVerstappen equals Schumacher record with Malaysia winMax Verstappen matched Michael Schumacher's record for career wins by securing victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix. This win also marked a significant milestone for Verstappen, as he aims to surpass Lewis Hamilton's total.
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via F1iMax Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, overcoming challenging weather conditions. The race was marked by thunderstorms and technical issues, leading to a chaotic finish that saw George Russell retire.
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via RaceFansHadjar had “no battery” to defend from Hamilton and Leclerc in final laps | Formula 1Isack Hadjar expressed frustration after finishing fifth in the Bahrain Grand Prix, stating he had "no battery" left to defend his position against Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc in the final laps. Hadjar initially held third place behind his Red Bull teammate and Andrea Kimi Antonelli during the last Safety Car period, but struggled to maintain his position once the race resumed.
Earlier in the race, Hadjar managed to fend off Hamilton while the latter was on medium tyres. However, after Hamilton switched to soft tyres during the Safety Car, Hadjar was unable to keep up and ultimately lost his podium position, finishing the race in fifth.
Sun 4 Oct · 11:22 UTC
via CrashKimi Antonelli extends championship lead with second placeKimi Antonelli secured second place at the Bahrain Grand Prix, allowing him to increase his lead in the Formula 1 championship standings. His performance at Sepang earned him an additional 18 points, further solidifying his position at the top.+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 11:02 UTC
via Motorsport WeekKimi Antonelli reflects on lessons from VerstappenKimi Antonelli acknowledged the valuable lessons he learned from observing Max Verstappen during the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, where he finished in second place. The Mercedes driver conceded that the team could not achieve more than their podium result.
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via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen wins Bahrain Grand Prix for Red BullMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, held at the Sepang circuit in Malaysia. The win marked a significant achievement for Verstappen and Red Bull, following a chaotic race.
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via RaceFansMax Verstappen criticises F1 power units after winMax Verstappen has expressed his frustration with Formula 1's engine regulations, likening the complex power units to 'LEGO' following issues during the rain-affected Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Despite the technical troubles, Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 season.+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:45 UTC
via RacingNews365Max Verstappen and Red Bull-Ford make F1 history: 'Incredible!'It has taken 16 grands prix this season, but Max Verstappen, Red Bull and Ford have done it.
Sun 4 Oct · 10:39 UTC
via f1technical.netMax Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, driving for Red Bull Racing. The race featured mixed conditions and significant incidents, including a late retirement from George Russell.
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via Motorsport WeekMax Verstappen wins 2026 Malaysian Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Malaysian Grand Prix, overcoming challenging weather conditions. The race, which featured a mix of wet and dry conditions, saw Verstappen fend off strong competition from Mercedes.+ 2 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:30 UTC
via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen wins Bahrain Grand Prix in MalaysiaMax Verstappen secured victory at the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia, navigating challenging mixed conditions. This win ensures that Red Bull avoids its first winless season since 2015.+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:24 UTC
via PlanetF1Max Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, overcoming significant delays and challenging weather conditions. The race, marked by heavy rain and technical issues, saw George Russell retire, impacting his championship aspirations.
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via RacingNews365Max Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured victory at the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix held at the Sepang International Circuit, overcoming challenging mixed conditions. Andrea Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 84 points ahead of George Russell following the race.+ 6 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:20 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell's title hopes hit by Bahrain GP retirementGeorge Russell expressed his deep disappointment after retiring from the Bahrain Grand Prix due to a mechanical issue, which severely impacted his chances in the Formula 1 title race. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff also voiced his frustration, describing the situation as one of his worst experiences in the sport.+ 7 moreWikimedia Commons · Yu Chu Chin · CC BY-SA 4.0Max VERSTAPPEN leads the Race at Kuala LumpurMax VERSTAPPEN takes the lead from Kimi ANTONELLI — live from Kuala Lumpur, Bahrain.Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 4.0Oscar PIASTRI leads the Race at Kuala LumpurOscar PIASTRI takes the lead from Max VERSTAPPEN — live from Kuala Lumpur, Bahrain.
via Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc arrive at Sepang in matching sports saloonsYour Ferrari drivers don't usually disappoint us with what they drive to race weekends. Whether it be a classic Ferrari supercar or a Ducati superbike, it usually leaves us fans drooling with jealousy. This weekend in Malaysia was no different as Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc arrived in matching sports saloons from Alfa Romeo. The Scuderia pair was spotted driving Alfa Romeo Giulia ... Keep readingSun 4 Oct · 08:13 UTC
via RacingNews365Bahrain 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.+ 10 morePage 2 of 44