Kuala Lumpur, Aug. 3 -- Tourist arrivals in Malaysia are expected to surge as Formula One (F1) fans from around the world flock to the country for the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026, to be held at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from October 2-4. President of the Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) Nigel Wong Chun Teik said the world's number one motorsport racing event is expected to attract tens of thousands of international visitors to Malaysia, The Star reported. According to Wong, Formula 1 has a huge global fan base, estimated at more than 800 million people worldwide. Drawing on experience from previous international motorsport events, he said a well-organised F1 race could attract a significant numb...