Kuala Lumpur, July 26 -- Formula 1 and the Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) confirmed that Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, between the Azerbaijan and Singapore Grands Prix.

The event, which is subject to final agreements and official sign-off, including the approval of the World Motor Sport Council, will become the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, according to a release.

It also demonstrates the sport's ability to adapt quickly and find a way to ensure that fans, partners and the whole ecosystem continue to benefit from an extensive and exciting 2026 schedule.

This agreement, reached between Formula 1, the FIA, the Government...