Reliable national and regional news coverage.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has confirmed Malaysia will require approximately RM16 million to prepare the Sepang International Circuit for a potential Formula One grand prix comeback.
Malaysia will host the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, with Deputy PM Ahmad Zahid citing substantial tourism and investment benefits despite Bahrain bearing hosting costs.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has revealed the government is examining ways to introduce discounted MADANI tickets for Malaysia's F1 Grand Prix comeback, ensuring broader public access to the world-class motorsport event.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, marking the championship's return after its 2017 departure. Industry leaders view the one-off event as economically beneficial and a potential gauge for permanent F1 reinstatement.
Malaysia will host the 2026 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, after the original Bahrain race was cancelled due to regional tensions.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, representing the country's return to F1 hosting after a nine-year absence.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has indicated that significant developments regarding Malaysia's possible return to the Formula One calendar will be revealed imminently, with discussions underway to potentially host a race later this year.
Malaysia is in active discussions to host a Formula One race at Sepang International Circuit in October, potentially replacing the Bahrain Grand Prix amid regional tensions affecting the F1 calendar.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Ministry is exploring the possibility of hosting a Formula 1 race at Sepang International Circuit this October, potentially filling gaps created by Middle East regional tensions affecting the F1 calendar.