F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia

What happened

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Analysis

How it changed

1. 2 Oct

   Antonelli still has a dominant 66-point lead over teammate George Russell, but that was trimmed from 81 last week after his crash in qualifying made for damage limitation in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

   3 outlets · Toronto Star
2. 4 Oct

   Red Bull’s Max Verstappen has finally won his first race of the season amid chaotic scenes at the Bahrain Grand Prix, which was held in Malaysia an hour and 40 minutes late due to heavy rainfall.

   5 outlets · Al Jazeera

Coverage 18 articles

• 6 Oct F1 in the wet and the future of engines - Q&AThe article discusses questions raised by Formula 1 fans regarding race delays and strategy during wet conditions at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Specifically, it addresses why the race was delayed due to technical issues rather than safety concerns over rain. It also examines Lewis Hamilton's claim that he could have won if he had started on intermediate tires instead of slicks, considering the pace differences observed…BBC
• 5 Oct Formula One to probe software bug behind Bahrain GP chaos in SepangThe FIA will investigate a software bug that interrupted the Bahrain Grand Prix formation lap in Malaysia due to torrential rain. The glitch affected multiple cars, including those of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, causing issues with energy management and power deployment under wet conditions. The FIA acknowledged an oversight in preseason testing for such scenarios and plans to conduct a thorough review with…Al Jazeera
• 5 Oct Malaysia eyes permanent F1 comeback despite travel chaos at Bahrain GPThe article reports on the recent relocation and holding of the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia due to security concerns related to the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran. Approximately 260,000 spectators attended the event, which was originally scheduled for April but faced delays and changes in location. The race saw significant challenges, including a sudden downpour leading…South China Morning Post
• 4 Oct Hamilton bemused after glitch turns F1 into 'Lego race'During the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, a software bug affected several Formula 1 cars, including those driven by Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, rendering them immobile under wet conditions. The glitch stemmed from specific circuit characteristics and engine settings that caused numerous vehicles to move at extremely slow speeds or not at all, prompting comparisons to a "Lego race." Following the incident…BBC
• 4 Oct Bizarre Bahrain Grand Prix farce explained as FIA issue statementDuring the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, a software glitch caused several cars to lose power on the formation lap, leading to confusion over grid positions before the race’s standing start. The FIA acknowledged this unprecedented incident and issued a statement explaining that they had removed an energy limit constraint during a delay due to heavy rain. They also committed to conducting a full review of the…Evening Standard
• 4 Oct Dominant Verstappen & superb Hamilton recovery - driver ratingsMax Verstappen won the chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, securing his first victory of the 2026 season and showcasing dominance throughout qualifying and the race despite an initial poor start. Lewis Hamilton recovered from starting in 18th place due to Ferrari's tire strategy blunder to claim third by the end of the race. Kimi Antonelli extended his championship lead to 84 points with a second-place finish…BBC
• 4 Oct Verstappen wants a 'lesson learned' after software issues in F1 cars delay race startMax Verstappen expressed frustration over delays during the Bahrain Grand Prix in Sepang due to software issues that prevented cars from properly functioning on a wet track. After initial attempts to start the race failed, there was an additional delay of almost an hour as teams worked to update their car’s software to handle slippery conditions better. The incident highlights ongoing challenges with the new…Toronto Star
• 4 Oct Verstappen ends drought with win, Russell retires with five laps to goMax Verstappen won the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, ending his season-long drought and securing his first victory since last year's final race. George Russell’s Mercedes retired from the lead due to a suspected power unit issue, while Kimi Antonelli finished second, extending his championship lead over Russell to 84 points with seven races remaining. The race was initially delayed by rain and technical…ABC News (AU)
• 4 Oct Verstappen wins Bahrain GP in Malaysia after long delaysMax Verstappen won the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia under unusual circumstances, claiming his first victory of the year for Red Bull. The race faced a delay of an hour and a half due to heavy rain and technical issues, followed by confusion over starting order decisions. Despite dropping to the back with incorrect tire choices, Lewis Hamilton fought back to secure third place. This result solidified Kimi…BBC
• 4 Oct Max Verstappen wins chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix as George Russell's title bid dashedMax Verstappen won the chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix after a one-hour delay due to multiple car breakdowns in wet conditions. George Russell's championship hopes were dashed when his engine failed with five laps left. Verstappen navigated through the chaos to win his first race of the year, while Kimi Antonelli took second and Lewis Hamilton completed an impressive recovery from 18th place to third. The race was marred…Evening Standard

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