The Sepang International Circuit recorded its largest crowd in history as 261,000 fans attended the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend in Malaysia, with 103,000 visitors on race day. The event marked Formula 1's first visit to the track since 2017 after being rescheduled from April due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Max Verstappen claimed his first grand prix victory of the season, delivering Red Bull Powertrains' inaugural win. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli finished second for Mercedes, while Lewis Hamilton completed the podium in third place for Ferrari after a remarkable recovery drive.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali praised the passion and commitment of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa for his race and Formula 1. He credited the Bahraini vision and determination for delivering a true representation of the Bahrain event in Malaysia within just two months of planning.
Bahrain International Circuit CEO Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa described truly bringing Bahrain to Malaysia, showcasing their culture and hospitality to regional fans at this iconic venue. The powerful platform of Formula 1 offered an opportunity to demonstrate teamwork between two nations in delivering a historic moment.