Formula 1 announces Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia for 2026
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 10:54 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Formula 1 has confirmed that the 2026 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix will take place at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia from October 2 to 4. This change comes after both the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix were canceled due to regional conflicts. The event will be recognized as the Bahrain GP but held in Malaysia, ensuring the 2026 season maintains a total of 23 races. The decision follows a collaborative effort between the governments of Bahrain and Malaysia to find a suitable venue at short notice. Ticket information is expected to be released soon.
- •Bahrain GP scheduled for October 2-4, 2026 in Malaysia.
- •Sepang International Circuit was chosen for its facilities and historical significance.
- •Bahrain covers a portion of the event's costs under the arrangement.
- •Both countries' governments approved the hosting collaboration.
- •This marks F1's return to Malaysia after a nine-year absence.
- 11:30 AMESPN F1 — The Bahrain GP, in Malaysia! New F1 race revealed
- 10:40 AMYahoo Sports — F1 Confirms Bahrain Grand Prix Will Run at Sepang in Malaysia: New Dates Revealed
"Formula 1 has found a home for the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix – just not in Bahrain. Under a new arrangement involving the governments of both Bahrain and Malaysia, it has been confirmed that the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain…
"Formula 1 officially has a new race on the calendar: The 'Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.'
Sources
External links- ESPN F1Jul 26, 2026, 11:30 AMThe Bahrain GP, in Malaysia! New F1 race revealed
Formula 1 officially has a new race on the calendar: The 'Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.'
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 10:40 AMF1 Confirms Bahrain Grand Prix Will Run at Sepang in Malaysia: New Dates Revealed
Formula 1 has found a home for the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix – just not in Bahrain. Under a new arrangement involving the governments of both Bahrain and Malaysia, it has been confirmed that the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain…
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