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Bahrain Grand Prix Sets Attendance Record
Bahrain Grand Prix draws 261,000 fans to Sepang for record-breaking event.
In brief
Bahrain Grand Prix draws 261,000 fans to Sepang for record-breaking event. The Bahrain Grand Prix attracted 261,000 fans to Sepang International Circuit, marking the largest crowd in its history and the first Formula 1 event in Malaysia since 2017. Originally reported by Motorsport.
Record Crowd at Sepang
The Bahrain Grand Prix drew a record 261,000 fans to Sepang as Formula 1 returned to Malaysia for the first time since 2017.
Race Weekend Details
The Sepang International Circuit recorded the largest crowd in its history with 103,000 visitors on race day after the event was postponed due to Middle East conflict.
Max Verstappen Wins
Red Bull's Max Verstappen claimed his first grand prix win of the season and delivered the first for Red Bull Powertrains.
Podium Finishers
Kimi Antonelli finished second and Lewis Hamilton third, with Verstappen securing the first Red Bull Powertrains victory.
F1 CEO Statement
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali thanked Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa for his support and the fans' passion for the sport.
Bahrain International Circuit
Bahrain International Circuit CEO Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa praised the partnership with F1 and the record attendance at Sepang.
The takeaway
The Bahrain Grand Prix attracted 261,000 fans to Sepang International Circuit, marking the largest crowd in its history and the first Formula 1 event in Malaysia since 2017.
