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via RacingNews365Christian Horner praises Max Verstappen after Bahrain winChristian Horner congratulated Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing following their historic victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix. This win marked a significant milestone for the team and their Powertrains project.
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via RaceFansFIA attributes Hamilton's stoppage to unprecedented factorsThe FIA has confirmed that Ferrari was not at fault for Lewis Hamilton's car stoppage during the formation lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix. The governing body cited an unexpected combination of circumstances as the cause of the delays.
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via espn.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 F1iVerstappen explains near-disaster PU issue at start of Bahrain GPMax Verstappen experienced a critical engine software anomaly just before the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix, which hindered his performance off the line. Despite securing pole position, he lost ground to Mercedes drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell due to a delay in power delivery caused by a fault in the engine mapping sequence of his Red Bull-Ford power unit.
After overcoming the initial setback and navigating challenging wet conditions, Verstappen managed to secure his first victory of the 2026 season. This win is significant as it represents Red Bull Racing's first triumph with their own engine, showcasing the team's development and resilience throughout the race.
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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.
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via f1oversteer.comMartin Brundle in awe of Lewis Hamilton’s ‘quite extraordinary’ performance in MalaysiaLewis Hamilton achieved a remarkable third-place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix after starting from the front row and dropping to 17th due to a risky tyre choice by Ferrari. Despite facing early challenges, Hamilton fought back through the field, ultimately finishing on the podium after overtaking Isack Hadjar late in the race.
Martin Brundle praised Hamilton's performance as 'quite extraordinary', noting the chaos he overcame during the race. Hamilton's result marks his sixth podium in his second season with Ferrari, keeping his hopes alive for a higher position in the championship standings.
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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 RacingNews365Lewis Hamilton secures third place in MalaysiaLewis Hamilton finished third at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia after a remarkable recovery drive. Despite initially falling behind by a minute, Hamilton described the experience as an emotional rollercoaster.+ 2 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:48 UTC25
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 wins Bahrain Grand Prix, sets new recordsMax Verstappen secured victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, marking a significant achievement for both him and Red Bull. This win allowed Verstappen to break multiple records, including one previously held by Michael Schumacher.+ 1 moreSun 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.comMax 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 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.+ 7 more
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.+ 10 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.
via f1oversteer.comBernie Collins says the FIA waived ‘black-and-white’ regulation for Lewis Hamilton in MalaysiaDuring the Bahrain Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton experienced software issues that affected his performance during the formation lap. The race was delayed due to a thunderstorm, and when it finally started, several drivers, including Hamilton and Max Verstappen, struggled to maintain speed, leading to a chaotic situation on the track.
Former F1 strategist Bernie Collins commented that Hamilton should have forfeited his second-place starting position according to the rules. However, the FIA decided to suspend the start procedure and restore the original grid order, which has raised concerns about fairness among teams who performed better during the formation lap.Sun 4 Oct · 09:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton shocked as Ollie Bearman says spider forced Malaysia hotel changeOllie Bearman, a driver for Haas F1 Team, shared a startling experience during a fan event at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. He recounted waking up at 2am to find a spider beside his head, prompting him to immediately request a hotel change from his travel team.
Lewis Hamilton, who has been visiting Malaysia for nearly two decades, expressed his shock at the existence of such large spiders in the country. Bearman described the spider as palm-sized, and Hamilton humorously remarked that he would have preferred sleeping in his car had he known about them.Sun 4 Oct · 08:54 UTCPage 2 of 64