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Sepang Circuit Back on F1 Map After Decade
30 Jul
Summary
- Sepang International Circuit will host a Formula 1 race in early October.
- Many current F1 drivers have never raced at Sepang before.
- Formula 1 CEO thanked Bahraini and Malaysian authorities for race cooperation.
The Sepang International Circuit is making a comeback to the Formula 1 calendar in early October, having been absent for almost ten years. Although the race will officially be known as the Bahrain Grand Prix, the Malaysian venue will host the event. This return marks a significant moment, especially as many drivers currently competing have no prior experience racing at Sepang.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali extended his thanks to the authorities in Bahrain and Malaysia, as well as FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. He emphasized that the full calendar ensures a thrilling season for fans, praising Sepang as an iconic circuit with a rich history that promises a spectacular event for spectators worldwide.
Remarkably, twelve of the twenty-two drivers on the current Formula 1 grid have never competed at Sepang. This includes prominent names like the Mercedes drivers, McLaren drivers, and Charles Leclerc. Drivers such as Lando Norris, George Russell, and Oscar Piastri, who entered the sport in more recent years, will also be encountering the Sepang circuit for the first time.
