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Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has launched subsidised MADANI tickets priced from RM200 for Malaysian citizens to attend the October 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit, following government discussions with Bahrain authorities.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has met with Singapore's Grand Prix Executive Director to study best practices for hosting the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit this October, aiming to revitalise Malaysia's motorsports credentials.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit on October 2-4, 2026, in a landmark arrangement reflecting strengthened diplomatic and sporting ties between the two nations.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has stressed that Malaysia's October Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix hosting must benefit petty traders and hawkers beyond major corporations, pledging inclusive economic growth for local communities.
Petronas has clarified it holds only naming rights to Sepang International Circuit and plays no role in managing tickets or organising the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix scheduled for October 2026 at the Malaysian venue.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has downplayed the financial burden of hosting Formula 1, stating Malaysia would only need to continue its existing RM16 million annual maintenance budget for the Sepang International Circuit.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim attributes Malaysia's selection to host Formula 1 to the strong relationship between Sultan Ibrahim and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, alongside the nation's stability and proven event management capacity.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim says Malaysia's return to hosting Formula 1 at Sepang International Circuit demonstrates the nation's capability to stage premier international sporting events and positions the country as a competitive global venue.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, delivering a significant economic boost through tourism and hospitality. Industry leaders emphasise the opportunity despite limited preparation time.
Malaysia will host the 2026 F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2 to 4, following the original Bahrain race's cancellation due to regional tensions. The historic relocation marks the first time an F1 race has moved to another country.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2 to 4, marking the country's return to the global motorsport calendar after a nine-year absence.
Malaysia is being considered to host a Formula 1 race at Sepang International Circuit in October, potentially filling a gap created by geopolitical tensions affecting the Middle East leg of the championship calendar.
Malaysia is actively exploring the prospect of hosting a Formula 1 race at Sepang International Circuit in October, with Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari confirming preliminary discussions with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
George Russell's Formula 1 championship dream took a severe blow at the Belgian Grand Prix after his retirement from the race and a collision with Lewis Hamilton. The Mercedes driver has fallen 50 points behind teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli.