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Why the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix Is Being Held in Malaysia
Bahrain is helping fund the race and Gulf Air is the title sponsor as Formula 1 keeps its calendar at 22 events, officials said.
- Formula 1 returns to the Sepang International Circuit for a one-off race from Oct 2 to 4, officially titled the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix to reflect Gulf Air's sponsorship covering event costs.
- The move follows the cancellation of scheduled rounds in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to regional tensions, as F1 organizers sought to maintain a 22-race calendar and avoid broadcaster compensation issues.
- Authorities expect more than 110,000 spectators at Sepang, prompting the Federal Government to spend RM16million on road upgrades including resurfacing, safety enhancements and lighting to handle the anticipated visitor influx.
- Tourism Selangor is organizing the Selangor Mega Food Festival at Mitsui Outlet Park KLIA from Oct 2 to 4, while Tourism Malaysia showcases culture through the Citrawarna Speed Festival running until Oct 4.
- Selangor youth, sports and entrepreneurship committee chairman Mohd Najwan Halimi said the race offers a 'valuable opportunity' to strengthen sports tourism and generate positive economic spillover for local businesses and hospitality sectors.
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The Independent (US)Why is Malaysia hosting the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix?
Round 16 takes place at the Sepang circuit in Kuala Lumpur, returning to the calendar after a nine-year absence
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Formula 1 will carry the Bahrain-GP of the 2026 season on the Sepang International Circuit. We will provide you with all the information about the route near Kuala Lumpur as well as the most important statistics and records.
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