Max Verstappen calls new F1 cars 'no fun' as Leclerc leads day 2 of Bahrain test

SAKHIR, Bahrain (AP) — Max Verstappen says it is “no fun” to drive the new Formula 1 cars and sweeping changes for 2026 mean the series no longer feels like F1. Regulation changes for 2026 have made ...

Testing Challenges and Hopes on the Bahrain Circuit

The second day of Formula 1 testing kicks off in Bahrain ahead of the start of the 2026 World Championship on March 8 in ...
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Bahrain - Day 2: Leclerc fastest mid-day as rivals hit trouble

Charles Leclerc lit up the Bahrain circuit on Thursday morning, sending Ferrari to the top of the timesheets in the second ...

Antonelli leads Russell as Mercedes tops the week’s final day of F1 testing in Bahrain

SAKHIR, Bahrain (AP) — Mercedes drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell were the fastest at the end of three days of Formula 1 preseason testing in Bahrain on Friday. Antonelli topped the afternoon ...
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Since 2004: How Bahrain’s International Circuit put Middle East on global F1 map with its first race

In April 2004, Bahrain became the first nation in the Middle East to host a Formula 1 race. The Bahrain International Circuit was designed and built in under 18 months at a cost of around USD ...
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Bahrain International Circuit Releases Statement After Power Outage Disruption

Note: The afternoon session has now been extended by one hour. Bahrain International Circuit has released a statement following a power outage that disrupted the on-track action at the circuit.
The New York Times

Get to know the Bahrain International Circuit

The Bahrain International Circuit is nestled in Sakhir, in the southern half of the island kingdom. It’s desert terrain, which presents a complicated problem for F1 and the other motorsports ...
The Manila Times

BRP-Rotax: Aircraft Meets Racetrack - Luke Czepiela Flies the Racing Line at Bahrain International Circuit

BRP‑Rotax unveils its latest milestone in aviation with Aircraft Meets Racetrack. In an unprecedented accomplishment for the Bahrain International Circuit, Red Bull athlete and Rotax Ambassador Luke ...