Bahrain GP software glitch

Hamilton and Verstappen criticized F1's engine regulations after a software glitch caused power loss during wet conditions at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

Hamilton's LEGO comparison

Hamilton said, 'It was like the LEGO race' after Verstappen added, 'What can you say? I mean, that's not what you want, right? For the sport.'

“It was like the LEGO race”

Verstappen's power unit issue

Verstappen described how low speed and RPM caused engine software to bog down, then recover after a software update during the race delay.

FIA explains power loss

The FIA stated that low engine speed, low-grip conditions, wet-weather energy management systems, and Sepang circuit configuration caused unintended power loss for multiple cars.

FIA software fix

The FIA removed energy limit constraints in affected sectors through a software update distributed during the race delay to enable teams to adjust power units before the race.

FIA review underway

The FIA, teams, and power unit manufacturers will conduct a full review of the issue after it was undetected during testing or grid laps.