{
  "id": 11619636,
  "title": "Day 2 of Bahrain GP at SIC sees better crowd control, traffic coordination",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/day-2-of-bahrain-gp-at-sic-sees-better-crowd-control-traffic-11619636",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T05:33:11.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/10/03/day-2-of-bahrain-gp-at-sic-sees-better-crowd-control-traffic-coordination"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The second day of the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) saw notable improvements in crowd and traffic management, according to social media updates and feedback from attendees. Yesterday's opening day was criticized for congestion and long waits for shuttle buses to reach parking areas and nearby transport hubs. However, today, fans have praised the enhanced organization and smoother operations at the circuit.\n\nSeveral social media users, such as @tanissha_.26 and @edadoodle, commended the dedicated lanes for shuttle buses and the increased presence of staff, marshals, and police to manage crowds and traffic. One user reported a swift queue at the KLIA Transit station and shuttle point, crediting the dedicated lane and ample staff assistance. Another visitor, @nnhs_nadhirah, noted the more orderly arrangements compared to the previous day and expressed hope that the positive trend would continue as they departed the venue.\n\nThe improved management came in response to complaints from the previous day, which included lengthy shuttle bus waits and challenging crowd control. These concerns prompted calls for better traffic coordination, expanded shuttle bus capacity, and more effective public transport integration. SIC CEO Azhan Shafriman Hanif was reportedly on-site overseeing the flow of buses to the venue, demonstrating the organizers' commitment to ensuring a smooth experience for attendees.\n\nThe F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026 continues with the final practice session, qualifying session, and the 56-lap race tomorrow. The event in Malaysia was confirmed for the 2026 schedule after an agreement between Formula 1, the International Automobile Federation (FIA), and the governments of Malaysia and Bahrain. This decision kept the Bahrain GP on the calendar following its cancellation earlier in the season due to geopolitical tensions in the region.",
  "summary": "Several F1 fans took to social media to highlight smoother queues with dedicated lanes for shuttle buses, and a stronger presence of marshals and police.",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Bernama",
        "title": "General : Bahrain GP In Malaysia: Much Better Crowd Management, Traffic Coordination On Day Two - Fans",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/general-bahrain-gp-in-malaysia-much-better-crowd-management-traffic",
        "published": "2026-10-03T03:46:42.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Day 2 of Bahrain GP at SIC sees better crowd control, traffic coordination",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/day-2-of-bahrain-gp-at-sic-sees-better-crowd-control-traffic",
        "published": "2026-10-03T05:33:11.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}