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Bahrain Grand Prix relocated to Malaysia due to Middle East war
The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix moves to Sepang, Malaysia, from 2-4 October, renamed the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, due to regional conflict.
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The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix moves to Sepang, Malaysia, from 2-4 October, renamed the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, due to regional conflict.
Crash.net frames the move as a bizarre naming twist, while Motorsport.com details the war reason and official event name. Sky Sports focuses on UK viewing schedules and Sepang's return. No official FIA document is present.
Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete explanation, including the official event name, dates, and the reason for relocation, with a clear image.