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'Totally unacceptable:' F1 drivers slam delayed start to Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

First reported 2026-10-04 10:32 UTC · Updated 2026-10-04 19:00 UTC · 4 independent sources

What happened

Max Verstappen won Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia after rain and apparent software problems delayed the start by more than 90 minutes.

Russell retired from third place with five laps left while following the safety car after his Mercedes stopped.

Lewis Hamilton finished third for Ferrari after passing Red Bull's Isack Hadjar, according to Arab Times.

Verstappen took the lead after a safety-car restart and secured his first victory of the season, according to CNA.

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Who reported it

  1. 2026-10-04 10:32 UTCBBC · bbc.co.uk ↗
  2. 2026-10-04 10:44 UTCCNA · channelnewsasia.com ↗
  3. 2026-10-04 16:35 UTCArab Times · arabtimesonline.com ↗
  4. 2026-10-04 17:26 UTCESPN · espn.com ↗