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🏁 Bahrain GP in Malaysia 2026
The Bahrain GP in Malaysia 2026 starts at 07:00 UTC on Sunday, October 4, 2026 — that’s 8:00 AM BST in the UK and Ireland, 3:00 AM EDT on the US East Coast, and 6:00 PM AEDT in eastern Australia. Round 16 of 23 at Sepang International Circuit.
Circuit
Sepang International Circuit
Country
Malaysia
Weekend
Standard
Race start (UTC)
Sunday, October 4, 07:00 UTC
Full Bahrain GP in Malaysia weekend schedule
| Session | Day & date (UTC) | Start (UTC) |
|---|---|---|
| Free Practice 1 | Fri, Oct 2 | 2:00 AM |
| Free Practice 2 | Fri, Oct 2 | 6:00 AM |
| Free Practice 3 | Sat, Oct 3 | 6:00 AM |
| Qualifying | Sat, Oct 3 | 9:00 AM |
| Race | Sun, Oct 4 | 7:00 AM |
Every session — practice, qualifying and the race — shown in your local timezone. Times update automatically if the schedule changes.
When is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia?
The Bahrain GP in Malaysia is round 16 of the 2026 Formula 1 season, held at Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. Lights out is scheduled for Sunday, October 4 at 07:00 UTC. The card above converts that to your local time automatically and counts down to the start.
Heads up — the clocks just changed. Eastern Australia moved their clocks forward an hour since the last round, so for viewers there the Bahrain GP in Malaysia starts an hour different from recent Grands Prix. The local times below already account for the change. How daylight saving affects F1 start times →
What time is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia around the world?
Lights out is at 07:00 UTC. That puts the Bahrain GP in Malaysia start at 3:00 AM EDT (US Eastern / ET, New York) for North American fans, 8:00 AM BST in the UK and Ireland (London & Dublin), and 6:00 PM AEDT in eastern Australia (Sydney & Melbourne). Full conversion across major regions and cities:
| Region | Local start time |
|---|---|
| US PacificLos Angeles | Sun, 12:00 AM PDT |
| US CentralChicago & Austin | Sun, 2:00 AM CDT |
| US EasternNew York | Sun, 3:00 AM EDT |
| MexicoMexico City | Sun, 1:00 AM CST |
| Brazil (Brasília)São Paulo | Sun, 4:00 AM BRT |
| ArgentinaBuenos Aires | Sun, 4:00 AM ART |
| UK & IrelandLondon & Dublin | Sun, 8:00 AM BST |
| Central EuropeParis & Berlin | Sun, 9:00 AM CEST |
| Gulf (UAE)Dubai & Abu Dhabi | Sun, 11:00 AM GST |
| IndiaMumbai & New Delhi | Sun, 12:30 PM IST |
| SingaporeKuala Lumpur & Manila | Sun, 3:00 PM SGT |
| JapanTokyo | Sun, 4:00 PM JST |
| Eastern AustraliaSydney & Melbourne | Sun, 6:00 PM AEDT |
Session start times verified against the official F1 timetable on August 11, 2026. Times can change — this page reflects the last verified schedule and updates automatically when it does.
What time does the Bahrain GP in Malaysia finish?
The Bahrain GP in Malaysia is scheduled to finish at approximately 09:00 UTC — about two hours after the 07:00 UTC start. F1 races run to the lesser of 305 km or two hours of racing, so most last around 1h45–2h of green-flag running; a red flag or repeated safety cars can push the finish later, and the FIA caps total race time at three hours. In the UK and Ireland that is roughly 10:00 AM BST, and on the US East Coast about 5:00 AM EDT. Treat it as a planning estimate — take the exact start time above and add roughly two hours.
Qualifying converts the same way — set your alarm for 10:00 AM BST in the UK:
| Region | Local start time |
|---|---|
| US PacificLos Angeles | Sat, 2:00 AM PDT |
| US CentralChicago & Austin | Sat, 4:00 AM CDT |
| US EasternNew York | Sat, 5:00 AM EDT |
| MexicoMexico City | Sat, 3:00 AM CST |
| Brazil (Brasília)São Paulo | Sat, 6:00 AM BRT |
| ArgentinaBuenos Aires | Sat, 6:00 AM ART |
| UK & IrelandLondon & Dublin | Sat, 10:00 AM BST |
| Central EuropeParis & Berlin | Sat, 11:00 AM CEST |
| Gulf (UAE)Dubai & Abu Dhabi | Sat, 1:00 PM GST |
| IndiaMumbai & New Delhi | Sat, 2:30 PM IST |
| SingaporeKuala Lumpur & Manila | Sat, 5:00 PM SGT |
| JapanTokyo | Sat, 6:00 PM JST |
| Eastern AustraliaSydney & Melbourne | Sat, 7:00 PM AEST |
Bahrain GP in Malaysia practice, qualifying times
A Grand Prix weekend is more than Sunday. The Bahrain GP in Malaysia runs 4 timed sessions before lights out, listed here in UTC — the table above shows each one in your own timezone:
- Free Practice 1: Friday, October 2 at 02:00 UTC
- Free Practice 2: Friday, October 2 at 06:00 UTC
- Free Practice 3: Saturday, October 3 at 06:00 UTC
- Qualifying: Saturday, October 3 at 09:00 UTC
Qualifying for the Bahrain GP in Malaysia sets the grid on Saturday, October 3 at 09:00 UTC. Open this page on race weekend and every time shown updates to wherever you are in the world.
How to watch the Bahrain GP in Malaysia live
In the US the Bahrain GP in Malaysia is live on Apple TV, which became the exclusive home of Formula 1 in the United States from 2026 with every session live. In the UK it’s on Sky Sports F1, with free highlights on Channel 4; and worldwide, F1 TV Pro streams every session where it’s available. Major viewer markets:
| Viewer market | Where to watch |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | Apple TV (exclusive from 2026 — every session live) |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | Sky Sports F1 (every session live)Free-to-air: Channel 4 (free-to-air highlights; live coverage of the British GP) |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | TSN / RDS (French); stream via TSN+ |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | Fox Sports / Foxtel; stream via Kayo SportsFree-to-air: Network 10 (free-to-air for the Australian GP) |
| 🇫🇷 France | Canal+ |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Sky DeutschlandFree-to-air: RTL (free-to-air for select races) |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Sky ItaliaFree-to-air: TV8 (free-to-air for select races/highlights) |
| 🌍 Worldwide | F1 TV Pro (official live stream of every session, where available) |
For subscription costs, free trials and how to watch F1 free in every market, see the full 2026 F1 TV & streaming guide.
Broadcast details can change — confirm with your provider before lights out. Unofficial; not affiliated with Formula 1 or any broadcaster.
Common questions about the Bahrain GP in Malaysia
What time does the Bahrain GP in Malaysia start?
Lights out for the Bahrain GP in Malaysia is at 07:00 UTC on Sunday, October 4. That is 3:00 AM EDT in the US (Eastern), 8:00 AM BST in the UK and Ireland, and 6:00 PM AEDT in eastern Australia. The card at the top converts it to your own timezone automatically.
What time does the Bahrain GP in Malaysia finish?
The Bahrain GP in Malaysia is scheduled to finish about two hours after the 07:00 UTC start — roughly 09:00 UTC. Most F1 races last around 1h45–2h, but safety cars or a red flag can extend it, up to a three-hour maximum.
What time is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia in the US?
In the US the Bahrain GP in Malaysia starts at 3:00 AM EDT on the East Coast (Eastern) and 12:00 AM PDT on the West Coast (Pacific). It is shown live on Apple TV, the exclusive US home of Formula 1 from 2026.
Where is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia held?
The Bahrain GP in Malaysia is held at Sepang International Circuit, Malaysia — round 16 of the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia a sprint weekend?
No — the Bahrain GP in Malaysia is a standard Grand Prix weekend: practice sessions and qualifying, then the Grand Prix on Sunday. There is no Saturday sprint race at this round.
What channel is the Bahrain GP in Malaysia on?
In the US the Bahrain GP in Malaysia is live on Apple TV; in the UK it is on Sky Sports F1, with free-to-air highlights on Channel 4. Worldwide, F1 TV Pro streams every session where it is available.
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