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F1 Bahrain GP ticket sales at Sepang near 100,000

SEPANG: Ticket sales for the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 at Sepang International Circuit (SIC) could hit 100,000, buoyed by an overwhelming response.

F1 Bahrain GP ticket sales at Sepang near 100,000

SEPANG: The Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 ticket sales near 100,000, according to SIC CEO Azhan Shafriman Hanif. Out of the 95,000 three-day tickets sold, 50% are from overseas, highlighting the race's appeal to international fans. The paddock has been upgraded for the event, posing a logistical challenge. Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) is providing entertainment, with DJ Axwell performing on Saturday and Martin Garrix headlining the post-race concert on Sunday.

The race is expected to generate about US$240 million (RM979 million) in economic impact for Malaysia, benefiting various sectors.

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