Sepang prepares for October 2026 return to Formula 1
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:30 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Malaysia's Sepang International Circuit will host Formula 1 in October 2026, marking a return after a nine-year absence. The race is uniquely branded as the 'Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia' due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This circuit previously featured several historic moments from 1999 to 2017, including Eddie Irvine’s controversial 1999 victory and Kimi Raikkonen’s first win in 2003. The return of F1 is anticipated to revive excitement among fans and teams, as the venue is known for its challenging layout and vibrant atmosphere as reported by multiple sources.
- •Sepang will host F1 from October 2-4, 2026.
- •The event replaces the Bahrain Grand Prix amid ongoing Middle Eastern conflict.
- •Memorable past races at Sepang include Irvine’s 1999 victory.
- •Kimi Raikkonen won his first race there in 2003.
- 10:30 AMYahoo Sports — Five memorable moments from the F1 Malaysian GP
- 10:30 AMAutosport — Stand out moments from the Malaysian GP
- 10:30 AMMotorsport.com — Five memorable moments from the F1 Malaysian GP
"Malaysia will end its nine-year absence from the Formula 1 calendar by making a long-awaited return in 2026, replacing Bahrain due to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. This news was announced last Sunday and Sepang will host its first race since 2017 on 2-4 October, though under the ‘Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia’ tag. Read Also: Formula 1Malaysia will officially host F1's ...Keep reading
"Malaysia will end its nine-year absence from the Formula 1 calendar by making a long-awaited return in 2026, replacing Bahrain due to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. This news was announced last Sunday and Sepang will host its first race since 2017 on 2-4 October, though under the ‘Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia’ tag. Read Also: Formula 1Malaysia will officially host F1's ...Keep reading
"Sepang will end its F1 hiatus in 2026 and during its previous stint on the F1 calendar from 1999 to 2017, the Malaysian track produced a lot of drama
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 10:30 AMFive memorable moments from the F1 Malaysian GP
Sepang will end its F1 hiatus in 2026 and during its previous stint on the F1 calendar from 1999 to 2017, the Malaysian track produced a lot of drama
- AutosportJul 30, 2026, 10:30 AMStand out moments from the Malaysian GP
Malaysia will end its nine-year absence from the Formula 1 calendar by making a long-awaited return in 2026, replacing Bahrain due to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. This news was announced last Sunday and Sepang will host its first race since 2017 on 2-4 October, though under the ‘Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia’ tag. Read Also: Formula 1Malaysia will officially host F1's ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJul 30, 2026, 10:30 AMFive memorable moments from the F1 Malaysian GP
Malaysia will end its nine-year absence from the Formula 1 calendar by making a long-awaited return in 2026, replacing Bahrain due to the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict. This news was announced last Sunday and Sepang will host its first race since 2017 on 2-4 October, though under the ‘Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia’ tag. Read Also: Formula 1Malaysia will officially host F1's ...Keep reading
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