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Arvid Lindblad set to start from back at F1 Bahrain GP

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 9:44 AM

Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Arvid Lindblad set to start from back at F1 Bahrain GP

Summary

Arvid Lindblad will start from the back of the grid for the Bahrain Grand Prix, set to take place in Malaysia. The driver will incur multiple power unit penalties due to exceeding his allocation of components, including a fifth internal combustion engine, turbocharger, and exhaust. This situation arises as Formula 1 returns to Malaysia after a significant hiatus. Lindblad will aim to compete despite these setbacks, which could impact his performance during the race weekend.

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•Lindblad starts from the back for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.
•Incurs penalties for exceeding power unit allocations.
•Using a fifth internal combustion engine and turbocharger.
•The Bahrain GP marks F1's return to Malaysia.

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9:44 AMMotorsport.com — Arvid Lindblad to take grid penalty for F1 Bahrain GP

What they're saying

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Arvid Lindblad will start from the back of the grid for Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia with a series of power unit penalties set to be applied for the race at Sepang. The Briton will dip beyond his allocation of power unit components for F1's return to Malaysia, and is set to use a fifth internal combustion engine, turbocharger, and exhaust for this weekend's race. Lindblad had ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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