F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia descends into chaos as software glitches stall cars on formation lap
A mass engine/software shutdown during the formation lap at a wet Sepang delayed the race and drew heavy driver criticism, prompting the FIA to investigate.
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F1 drivers unite in criticism of 2026 engine regulations after Sepang chaos
Drivers and teams including Sainz, Russell and Stella said the sport's complex new power units and software left F1 looking amateurish and called for changes.
The Guardian · +9 outlets
Max Verstappen wins rain-delayed Bahrain GP in Malaysia, Red Bull's first win of 2026
The victory was Red Bull's first with its own engine and Verstappen's first since the 2025 finale, marking a milestone in the team's difficult season.
ESPN · +14 outlets
Chase Briscoe wins NASCAR Cup race at Las Vegas, holds off late charge from Larson
Briscoe's win kept his championship hopes alive at the halfway point of the Cup Series Chase at Las Vegas Motor Speedway.
Motorsport · +14 outlets
Kyle Larson and Tyler Reddick crash across the finish line on final lap at Las Vegas
The last-lap collision cost neither driver their podium spots but defined a wild Las Vegas finish behind race winner Briscoe.
Motorsport · +13 outlets
Kyle Larson builds 40-point NASCAR Chase lead after rallying at Las Vegas
Larson recovered from a lap down to finish second, extending his championship lead over Denny Hamlin as the Chase passes its halfway point.
Motorsport · +9 outlets
Valtteri Bottas to cycle 350km from Malaysia to Singapore between F1 grands prix
The Cadillac driver opted to ride rather than fly between back-to-back races, drawing wide coverage of the unusual travel choice.
Motorsport · +14 outlets
Charles Leclerc says Bahrain GP chaos reinforces F1 driver fears over regulations
Leclerc cited the Sepang disruption as evidence of the concerns drivers have raised about the current technical rules.
Motorsport · +2 outlets
George Russell criticises chaotic Bahrain GP as "not very F1" after late retirement
Russell's power unit failure cost him a podium and he questioned the sport's complicated state after the disrupted Sepang race.
Motorsport · +2 outlets
Elfyn Evans wins WRC title in Italy, Britain's first world rally champion in 25 years
The Welshman ended a quarter-century drought for Britain with his championship-clinching victory in Italy.
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Mercedes calls for F1 simplification after "fiendishly complex" cars cause Malaysia chaos
The team joined calls for simpler regulations after cars crawled and stalled on the formation lap before the rain-delayed Sepang race.
Motorsport · +2 outlets
Malaysia opens talks for permanent F1 return after Sepang race
The one-off Sepang event drew interest in a lasting calendar slot, though it was overshadowed by travel chaos for fans.
ESPN · +13 outlets
F1 drivers and FIA to investigate software bug that delayed Malaysia race
F1 confirmed an investigation into the software fault, with Verstappen calling for a lesson to be learned from the disrupted start.
scmp.com · +14 outlets
Kevin Estre wins Petit Le Mans, breaking IMSA victory drought at Road Atlanta
Estre ended a career run of near-misses with a thrilling IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship win in the Petit Le Mans finish.
Motorsport · +8 outlets
Bahrain GP in Malaysia draws record 261,000 fans at Sepang
The Sepang International Circuit recorded its largest-ever crowd, with 103,000 attending on race day for the one-off F1 return.
Motorsport · +10 outlets
NASCAR changes Las Vegas playoff results shortly after the race
A post-race inspection at Las Vegas Motor Speedway produced a last-minute twist in the Cup Series Chase results.
Beyond the Flag · +14 outlets
Lewis Hamilton reveals tyre debate before poor Bahrain GP start in Malaysia
The Ferrari driver detailed the internal discussion that preceded a costly tyre choice at the wet Sepang circuit.
Sky Sports · +1 outlets
David Coulthard hints at imminent F1 African GP announcement
The former driver teased an official announcement about the championship's long-awaited return to Africa on his podcast.
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