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via PlanetF1BREAKINGMax 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 Motorsport.comFIA reveals why F1 cars stopped in rain at Bahrain GP in MalaysiaThe FIA has revealed that Formula 1 cars experienced technical issues during the Bahrain Grand Prix due to a software glitch that rendered throttle input ineffective. This caused several cars, including those of front-row starters Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, to come to a standstill during a chaotic formation lap, leading to a 40-minute delay before the race could start.
Nikolas Tombazis from the FIA explained that the glitch was a result of the power unit's reaction to cars moving extremely slowly in wet conditions, which had not been tested extensively this season. The FIA managed to issue a software update within 20 minutes to resolve the issue, although the delay felt much longer to spectators. Drivers Sergio Perez and Lando Norris expressed their frustration over the situation, while Fernando Alonso made light of the incident.
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via f1oversteer.comDavid Croft says Max Verstappen’s Malaysia win proved Christian Horner was right all alongMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2026 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia, marking a significant achievement for Red Bull Racing. After a challenging start, Verstappen quickly moved past competitors George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, showcasing a dominant performance despite a late safety car.
Sky Sports F1 commentator David Croft highlighted the importance of this win for Red Bull Powertrains, which is now recognized as a new engine manufacturer in Formula 1. Christian Horner's decision to develop their own engines instead of relying on suppliers has proven successful, with Red Bull's performance exceeding expectations in their first year.
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via the-race.comF1 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.
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via RacingNews365George 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.
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via f1oversteer.comMax 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.Sun 4 Oct · 11:30 UTC
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 Motorsport.comF1 championship standings after the Bahrain GP in Malaysia.Kimi Antonelli secured second place in the Bahrain Grand Prix, allowing him to extend his lead in the championship standings to 84 points over teammate George Russell, who suffered an engine failure and retired from the race. Antonelli now has 320 points, while Russell sits at 236 points, significantly behind.
Max Verstappen claimed victory in the race, marking his first win of the season and placing him sixth in the championship, tied with Lando Norris. Fernando Alonso achieved his best result of the season with a fourth-place finish, contributing to Aston Martin's points. Red Bull's strong performance with 35 points positions them as a serious contender against McLaren for third place in the Constructors' Championship.Sun 4 Oct · 11:56 UTC
via RacingNews365Mercedes boss Toto Wolff 'massively annoyed': 'It can't continue'Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff was visibly frustrated following the Bahrain Grand Prix, where George Russell faced his third retirement of the season due to a suspected power unit failure. Wolff described the experience as one of his worst, highlighting the team's lack of speed and the unfortunate timing of Russell's DNF just five laps from the finish, which he believes could severely affect their championship standings.
Despite Kimi Antonelli securing second place behind Max Verstappen, Wolff's focus remained on the implications of Russell's retirement. He emphasised the need for improvement, stating that the current trend of DNFs is detrimental to both Russell's title aspirations and Mercedes' constructors' points. Wolff's comments reflect a sense of urgency for the team to address their reliability issues as they head into the remaining races of the season.Sun 4 Oct · 11:05 UTC
via Motorsport WeekKimi Antonelli makes Mercedes concession after Sepang F1 podiumKimi Antonelli acknowledged that Mercedes achieved the best possible result with his second-place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. He took the lead early in the race after overtaking Max Verstappen, but ultimately could not match the performance of the Red Bull team, which secured a commanding victory despite a late Safety Car period.
In his post-race comments, Antonelli expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, stating they maximised their potential this weekend. He congratulated Verstappen and Red Bull for their success while recognising that Mercedes still has work to do to improve their competitiveness against Ferrari and Red Bull.
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via RacingNews365Max Verstappen and Red Bull-Ford make F1 history: 'Incredible!'Max Verstappen secured a historic victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, marking the first win for Red Bull-Ford Powertrains in their debut Formula 1 season. After a chaotic race that included a lengthy delay and a late safety car, Verstappen managed to reclaim the lead after initially losing it at the start to Mercedes drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
Verstappen expressed pride in the achievement, calling it 'incredible' to win in their first year with their own power unit. He highlighted the challenges faced during the race, including a lack of power at the start, but credited the team's strategy with the intermediates for their success. This win adds to Verstappen's impressive career tally, bringing him to 72 victories.Sun 4 Oct · 10:39 UTC
via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen of Red Bull secured his first victory of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, amidst a chaotic race. George Russell faced retirement, further diminishing his title aspirations.+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:31 UTC
via Motorsport.comFive quick takeaways from Bahrain GP in MalaysiaMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, ensuring Red Bull Racing avoided a winless year for the first time since 2015. Despite a chaotic start to the race, Verstappen showcased his pace, overtaking rivals and demonstrating the effectiveness of Red Bull's final upgrade package of the year.
George Russell's title hopes took a significant hit when his Mercedes suffered an engine failure just before a safety car restart, leaving him unable to compete for points. Meanwhile, Fernando Alonso's top-10 finish marked a positive outcome for Aston Martin, while Mercedes continues to assess the impact of its new aero package after an inconclusive performance in challenging conditions.Sun 4 Oct · 10:24 UTC
via racer.comMax 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 PlanetF1Max 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 · 10:21 UTC47via RacingNews365George Russell retires late at Bahrain Grand PrixGeorge Russell's hopes for the Formula 1 title were severely impacted when he retired from the Bahrain Grand Prix with five laps remaining. The Mercedes driver experienced a suspected power unit issue while racing under a Safety Car.+ 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 · Yu Chu Chin · CC BY-SA 4.0Kimi ANTONELLI leads the Race at Kuala LumpurKimi ANTONELLI takes the lead from Oscar PIASTRI — 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 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.+ 9 morePage 1 of 65