F1 begins first free practice session for Bahrain GP in Malaysia
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:30 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The first practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix is underway at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. This marks Formula 1's return to the Malaysian track after a hiatus since 2017. The Bahrain GP was rescheduled from its original date in April due to ongoing regional conflicts. Subsequent weekend activities will include a second practice session later today, followed by qualifying and the race on Sunday.
- •Practice session is taking place at Sepang International Circuit.
- •F1 has not raced in Malaysia since 2017.
- •Bahrain Grand Prix rescheduled due to Middle East conflicts.
- •Max Verstappen aims for victory after a close finish in Baku.
- •Kimi Antonelli currently leads the championship standings.
- 3:30 AMYahoo Sports — F1 LIVE | Follow the First Free Practice session of the Bahrain GP in Malaysia
"It's time for the first practice session of this week's Bahrain Grand Prix from Malaysia. Stay with us throughout the session as GPblog brings you the latest updates and exclusive insights straight from the Sepang paddock.
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