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Verstappen tops Bahrain GP FP1 at Sepang

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Max Verstappen George Russell Isack Hadjar

Max Verstappen leads opening practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, setting the fastest lap ahead of George Russell at Sepang International Circuit.

Max Verstappen George Russell Isack Hadjar Red BullMercedes

How the sources differ

ESPN, Sky Sports, Formula1.com, F1i, Crash.net, Racer, and BBC focus on Verstappen's pace, while Autosport and Motorsport.com add details on the 2026 Red Bull car and teammate Isack Hadjar's third place.

Recommended first read: Autosport provides the most complete report, including lap times, gaps, and car details, with an image and no paywall.

Coverage

Verstappen sets pace in FP1 at Bahrain GP

ESPN F1 ·

Verstappen makes fast start in Malaysia to outpace Russell

Sky Sports F1 ·

Verstappen leads FP1 at Bahrain GP in Malaysia

Formula1.com ·

Bahrain GP: Verstappen tops opening practice at Sepang

F1i ·

Max Verstappen sets the early pace in F1 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

Crash.net F1 ·

Verstappen leads Russell in Bahrain FP1 in Malaysia

Racer ·

Verstappen tops Bahrain GP in Malaysia first practice

BBC Sport F1 ·

F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Verstappen pips Russell to top FP1

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