Sepang track almost 90 per cent ready for Bahrain Grand Prix
SUNGAI PETANI: Preparations for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are almost 90 per cent complete, with authorities confident the event will run smoothly.
Preparations for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) are significantly advanced, with authorities expressing confidence in a smooth event, according to Youth and Sports Minister Dr Taufiq Johari. The minister stated that upgrading and refurbishment work at SIC is proceeding according to plan ahead of the event scheduled from October 2-4.
The Bahrain Grand Prix, which has been relocated to Sepang, will include practice and qualifying sessions on October 2 and 3, followed by the race on the 4th.
Taufiq emphasized that various ministries and agencies are collaborating on protocol, immigration, and security arrangements for the event. He affirmed that discussions with all committees formed for the F1 event, including those from other ministries, have already taken place, covering protocol, immigration, security, and other aspects.
Dr Johari reiterated that all arrangements are in proper order, expressing hope that everything will proceed without issues. The Sepang event is scheduled as part of the 2026 Formula 1 calendar.
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