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 150 ...

Formula 1 is preparing to remove two major races from the 2026 calendar as the escalating conflict involving Iran forces the sport to confront the reality of racing in an increasingly unstable region.

You likely know the name Sir Jackie Stewart; he is, after all, a three-time Formula 1 World Champion. His most recent championship was won behind the wheel of a Tyrrell 006, back in 1973; 52 years ...

The announcement had been widely expected, and the statement by the Liberty media-owned sport and governing FIA, as well as local promoters, said the races will not be replaced on the calendar.

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 ...

Formula 1 is rapidly approaching a major scheduling problem. Both races set for April— the grands prix in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, are in states along the Persian Gulf. That places the events ...

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SAKHIR, Bahrain — Mercedes driver George Russell was fastest on the first day of Formula 1's final testing event ahead of the new season, edging McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Ferrari's Charles Leclerc ...

The 2026 Formula One season will feature 22 races, the seventh of which will take place in Montmeló in Spain this weekend.

The Bahrain Grand Prix will air Sunday at 11:00 a.m. EST. Max Verstappen enters the Bahrain Grand Prix fresh off a victory at the Japanese Grand Prix. Watch the Bahrain Grand Prix for FREE with an F1 ...