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Why F1's Bahrain Grand Prix is being held in Malaysia

Original: Why is the Bahrain Grand Prix taking place in Malaysia, 4,000 miles away? F1's unusual race explained

Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix is reportedly being held in Malaysia, roughly 4,000 miles from its usual home at the Sakhir circuit near Manama, an unusual arrangement for a race named after its host country. Coverage is explaining the reasons behind the switch and what it means for the 2025-26 F1 calendar and Bahrain's race contract.

Why now: Fans are puzzled that a race named after Bahrain is taking place thousands of miles away, prompting explanations of the scheduling change.

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