Formula 1 will return to Sepang in 2026 after Malaysia agreed to host the Bahrain Grand Prix from October 2-4 due to regional challenges. The race will retain its Bahrain Grand Prix title and slot seamlessly into the existing Formula 1 calendar
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said India remains a key growth market for the sport and expressed interest in bringing back the Indian Grand Prix. He highlighted plans for deeper fan engagement, local partnerships and content initiatives aimed at Indian audiences
The Australian race, usually the season-opener, was delayed from March to November, but no new date was set for the Chinese Grand Prix, normally held in April
