Race details
The Bahrain Grand Prix ignites the desert night at the impressive Bahrain International Circuit. Under the spotlight of the 2026 regulations, new hybrid power units and active aerodynamics will reshape strategy and performance. Drivers will battle through the demanding turns and long straights, where tire degradation is often a key factor, all contributing to a captivating and visually stunning race under the floodlights.
Date & time
April 12, 2026 · 03:00 PM
Circuit
Bahrain International Circuit
Laps
57
Distance
308.484 km
Formula 1 weekend
Practice, qualifying & race
FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 2026. Sakhir, Bahrain.
This meeting is marked cancelled in the official timetable.
Friday, 10 April
- Cancelled
Practice 1
Fri, 10 Apr · 13:30 SAST
- Cancelled
Practice 2
Fri, 10 Apr · 17:00 SAST
Saturday, 11 April
- Cancelled
Practice 3
Sat, 11 Apr · 14:30 SAST
- Cancelled
Qualifying
Sat, 11 Apr · 18:00 SAST
Sunday, 12 April
- Cancelled
Race
Sun, 12 Apr · 17:00 SAST
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Bahrain Grand Prix replay
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F1 by the numbers
The science of speed
375 km/h
Top speed
1.6s
0–100 km/h
5G
Cornering force
1000+
Sensors per car
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