Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 — Cancelled
Round 4 · F1 Season 2026Bahrain Grand Prix 2026
Bahrain International Circuit · Sakhir, Bahrain
10 April – 12 April 2026
This race was cancelled
The Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, originally scheduled for 10 April – 12 April 2026, did not take place. See the note below for details on why the race was cancelled.
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Bahrain Grand Prix 2026: Preview & Race Guide
The Bahrain International Circuit is one of the most technical tracks on the calendar, famous for being raced under the spectacular night sky of the desert. Racing at night beneath the floodlights creates a unique atmosphere that comes through on television but is even more striking in person. The three DRS zones make overtaking easier, turning tyre strategy into a key factor.
The 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix, originally scheduled for April 10-12, was cancelled by Formula 1 due to the armed conflict in the Middle East that broke out in late February 2026, along with the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The calendar was reduced from 24 to 22 races, leaving a five-week gap between Japan and Miami. Round 4 of the World Championship therefore went unraced in 2026.
In 2026, Bahrain will host the opening race of the new maximum-efficiency hybrid power unit era. Car setup adjustments and energy management will be decisive factors in the final classification.
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2026 Driver Championship
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Kimi Antonelli
Lewis Hamilton
George Russell
Charles Leclerc
Lando Norris
Frequently asked questions — Bahrain Grand Prix 2026
What time is the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 in the UK?
The Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 takes place at Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir. The race starts at 16:00 UK time (GMT/BST). Check the session schedule on this page for the exact time of each session (Practice 1, Practice 2, Practice 3, Qualifying, and Race).
How to watch Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 online free?
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How many laps is the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026?
The Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 takes place at Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, a 5.412 km circuit. The race consists of 57 laps, totalling 308.48 km. The circuit features 15 corners and 3 DRS zones. The lap record belongs to Pedro de la Rosa with 1:31.447 (2005).
Is the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 a Sprint weekend?
No, the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 is a standard Formula 1 weekend. The schedule includes three free practice sessions (FP1, FP2, FP3), qualifying on Saturday, and the race on Sunday.
What circuit is the Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 held at?
The Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 is held at Bahrain International Circuit, located in Sakhir, Bahrain. The circuit is 5.412 km long with 15 corners and 3 DRS zones. The venue first hosted a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2004.
