{
  "id": 12402220,
  "title": "GP Bahrain di litar Sepang angkat imej Malaysia, kata PM",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/gp-bahrain-di-litar-sepang-angkat-imej-malaysia-kata-pm-12402220",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-06T14:09:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/bahasa/tempatan/2026/10/06/gp-bahrain-di-litar-sepang-angkat-imej-malaysia-kata-pm"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix (GP) will be hosted at the Petronas International Circuit (SIC) in Sepang, Malaysia, according to Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The event, which took place over the past Sunday, successfully showcased Malaysia's image on the international stage. The Prime Minister expressed his gratitude for the friendship that made this memorable moment possible and hopes that the close relationship between the two countries will continue to flourish. In a Facebook post today, accompanied by a video highlight of the race, several local fans displayed their appreciation for the opportunity to witness a world-class Grand Prix event, particularly with tickets priced at a bargain rate of RM200 or less. Anwar also acknowledged the appreciation of all parties involved in making the event a success, leaving behind a special memory for the Malaysian people and F1 fans worldwide. In July, F1 confirmed Malaysia as the host of the Gulf Air Bahrain GP from October 2 to 4, following approval between Formula 1, the Federation International de l'Automobile (FIA), and the Malaysian and Bahraini governments. This historic announcement followed discussions and strong relations between the Yang di-Pertuan Agong Sultan Ibrahim and Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, followed by close cooperation between the two nations to ensure the relevant Grand Prix remains on the 2026 F1 calendar after it was canceled at the beginning of the off-season due to geopolitical tensions in Western Asia.",
  "summary": "Perdana menteri turut zahir penghargaan khusus kepada Bahrain atas persahabatan yang memungkinkan detik bermakna ini.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "GP Bahrain di litar Sepang angkat imej Malaysia, kata PM",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/06/gp-bahrain-di-litar-sepang-angkat-imej-malaysia-kata-pm",
        "published": "2026-10-06T14:09:32.000Z"
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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."
}