{
  "id": 11638193,
  "title": "Bahrain F1 Grand Prix: Spectators told not to cut queues",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/bahrain-f1-grand-prix-spectators-told-not-to-cut-queues",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-03T08:17:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/nation/2026/10/1546824/bahrain-f1-grand-prix-spectators-told-not-cut-queues"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "SEPANG: Authorities overseeing the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia urge spectators and road users to adhere to police instructions for a smooth entry and exit from the venue. KLIA police chief Assistant Commissioner M Ravi revealed that extensive preparations have been made by police and other parties to ensure the event proceeds without issues. Today, organizers have bolstered their resources with additional buses and personnel to handle the anticipated crowds. As large groups disperse, traffic congestion is expected, and Ravi implores the public to remain patient, respectful, and cooperative with the on-duty officers, and refrain from queue-cutting. Road users near the SIC are similarly requested to cooperate with diversions and closures implemented in the area to facilitate traffic flow. Earlier reports indicated that fans' enthusiasm for the grand prix at the SIC transformed into a chaotic situation when they faced lengthy waits and struggled to board shuttle buses home after the initial day. Some fans even embarked on a 18km walk due to their inability to endure the congestion and bus scrambling. In contrast, the movement of visitors was portrayed as more organized earlier today, particularly concerning queues and shuttle bus services. Social media checks revealed that numerous users commended the marshals and security personnel for maintaining orderly queues and discouraging attempts to cut them.",
  "summary": "SEPANG: Spectators attending the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia and road users around the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) here should follow the instructions of police on duty to ensure smooth movement in and out of the venue.",
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        "published": "2026-10-02T23:06:07.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/humphries-into-grand-prix-semis-as-van-veen-exits-11549413",
        "published": "2026-10-02T23:06:41.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "New Straits Times",
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/bahrain-f1-grand-prix-visitors-stuck-for-hours-as-congestion-hits-sic",
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      },
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        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/verstappen-claims-pole-at-grand-prix-in-malaysia",
        "published": "2026-10-03T09:55:55.000Z"
      }
    ]
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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."
}