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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 F1iVerstappen reveals near-disaster at Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen disclosed that his victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix was almost jeopardised by a potential power unit issue at the start of the race. Despite the early scare, Verstappen managed to secure a commanding win in Malaysia.
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via Motorsport.com1 videoKimi 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.
Motorsport.comSun 4 Oct · 11:56 UTC
via RacingNews3651 videoToto Wolff frustrated by George Russell's Bahrain DNFToto Wolff expressed his frustration following George Russell's retirement during the Bahrain Grand Prix, describing it as one of his worst experiences. The Mercedes team principal stated he was 'massively annoyed' by the late technical issue that impacted Russell's race and title hopes.
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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 Motorsport.comMax Verstappen calls Bahrain GP start 'hectic'Max Verstappen described the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia as 'very hectic' following his first victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season with Red Bull. The four-time champion noted that a temporary loss of power affected his initial getaway during the race.Motorsport.com+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:56 UTC
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.
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via the-race.comMax Verstappen wins chaotic Malaysian Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured a dominant victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix, marking his first win of the season. The race faced significant delays due to heavy rain, ultimately concluding over three hours after it began.
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via RacingNews365Christian Horner congratulates Red Bull on Bahrain winChristian Horner has congratulated Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing following their first victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix. This win marks a significant milestone for the team and the Red Bull Powertrains project.RacingNews365+ 7 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 Bahrain Grand Prix amid controversyMax Verstappen secured his first victory of the Formula 1 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, despite facing criticism over a controversial rule that played a role in his win. The race was marked by chaos, including George Russell's retirement, which further impacted his title aspirations.Motorsport.com+ 1 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:31 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.Motorsport.com+ 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 RacingNews3651 videoMax Verstappen wins 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in MalaysiaMax Verstappen secured victory at the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix held in Malaysia, overcoming challenging mixed conditions. Andrea Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 84 points ahead of George Russell following the race.RacingNews365+ 6 moreSun 4 Oct · 10:20 UTC
Wikimedia 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.Pit Lane Daily EditorialSun 4 Oct · 09:01 UTC.jpg%3Fwidth%3D480&w=128&q=70)
Wikimedia Commons · Steffen Prößdorf · CC BY-SA 4.0Oscar PIASTRI leads the Race at Kuala LumpurOscar PIASTRI takes the lead from Max VERSTAPPEN — live from Kuala Lumpur, Bahrain.Pit Lane Daily EditorialSun 4 Oct · 08:38 UTC
via Motorsport WeekFIA apologises for Bahrain GP formation lap chaosThe FIA has issued an apology following a chaotic formation lap at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where multiple cars, including those driven by Max Verstappen, experienced power issues and came to a halt. The FIA's single-seater director, Nikolas Tombazis, acknowledged the software glitch that led to the disruption.Motorsport Week+ 4 moreSun 4 Oct · 08:31 UTC
via gpfans.comVerstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured Red Bull's first victory of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, which was marked by a delayed start and significant confusion on the grid. Lewis Hamilton faced issues with his Ferrari during the wet formation lap, contributing to the race's unprecedented chaos.
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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.RacingNews365+ 10 moreSun 4 Oct · 06:45 UTC
via RacingNews365Lewis Hamilton shares plan to fight Max Verstappen in 'different ball game'Lewis Hamilton is set to compete against Max Verstappen at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, where both drivers secured the front row for the race. Hamilton qualified second, three-tenths of a second behind Verstappen, and is focused on maintaining pace with the Dutch driver during the 56-lap race.
Hamilton highlighted the challenges posed by the Sepang International Circuit, particularly the abrasive track surface and oppressive temperatures. He emphasised the need for effective tyre management, stating that the race conditions will be significantly different from qualifying. Despite the challenges, Hamilton expressed optimism about his car's performance and his ability to keep up with Verstappen.RacingNews365Sun 4 Oct · 04:30 UTC
via thejudge13.comMax Verstappen gains unique tyre advantage after Red Bull strategy gambleMax Verstappen has positioned himself strategically for the upcoming Grand Prix by altering Red Bull's tyre plan. He is the only driver in the top eight with a new set of every tyre compound, which provides him with significant flexibility during the race. After starting the weekend with two sets of C4 soft tyres, Verstappen decided to conserve them rather than use them in practice, ultimately setting the fastest time in the opening session.
In subsequent practice sessions, Verstappen adjusted his strategy by testing medium tyres but found them lacking compared to the softs. This led to a decision to preserve additional soft tyres while gathering data on harder compounds. As a result, Verstappen's unique tyre allocation could be advantageous if race conditions change unexpectedly, allowing him to adapt his strategy more effectively than some of his rivals.
thejudge13.comSat 3 Oct · 23:26 UTC
via RacingNews365Max Verstappen facing possible Red Bull error as F1 set end-of-season plans - RacingNews365 ReviewMax Verstappen is potentially facing a significant strategic disadvantage due to a possible error by Red Bull Racing before the Bahrain Grand Prix. This situation has raised concerns about how it might affect his performance in the upcoming race.
Additionally, Formula 1 has confirmed its plans for the 2026 season, which will conclude with a double-header in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, while keeping Imola as a backup option for the final race. This announcement comes amid discussions about various teams' performances and strategies leading into the season's end.RacingNews365Sat 3 Oct · 20:00 UTCvia RacingNews365How Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton turned the tables on exposed MercedesMax Verstappen achieved his first pole position of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, showcasing Red Bull's strong performance at the Sepang International Circuit. Lewis Hamilton qualified second, demonstrating the competitiveness of Ferrari, while Mercedes faced challenges, with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell starting fourth and eighth respectively.
The qualifying session highlighted ongoing issues for Mercedes, who struggled to integrate a significant upgrade package. This marked the first time this season that no Mercedes car made it into the top three, raising concerns about the timing of their development changes and their impact on performance.RacingNews365Sat 3 Oct · 17:25 UTC
via gpfans.comMax Verstappen delivers brutal putdown to Red Bull team-mate at Bahrain Grand PrixMax Verstappen secured his first pole position of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix, finishing nearly three tenths ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Isack Hadjar, Verstappen's team-mate at Red Bull, qualified third, prompting Verstappen to make a light-hearted remark about Hadjar's lack of pole positions in his career.
During the post-qualifying press conference, Verstappen reflected on the difficulty of ranking pole positions due to varying track conditions. He acknowledged that while he doesn't remember all of his poles, he encouraged Hadjar, suggesting that more would come in the future.gpfans.comSat 3 Oct · 16:55 UTC