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SportsF1 in Bahrain... in Malaysia: The race needed a software update to start

The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix was moved to Malaysia because the ongoing war with Iran ruled out racing in Bahrain. Torrential rain then delayed the start at Sepang, while the full-wet tire’s heavy spray and slow pace highlighted the difficult trade-offs of racing in tropical conditions.

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AArs Technica★★☆☆☆2026-10-05 16:09Original

F1 in Bahrain... in Malaysia: The race needed a software update to start
F1 in Bahrain... in Malaysia: The race needed a software update to startSports