McLaren fans turn out ahead of Bahrain GP qualifying at Sepang

Round 16 marks Malaysia's first F1 stop since 2017.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

These McLaren fans are ready for qualifying! 🧡 #F1 #BahrainGP https://t.co/LOEwF44Gk7 Via @F1 on X

What happened: McLaren drew fan support before qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. The weekend is being held at Sepang International Circuit.

Why it matters: Qualifying will set the grid for Round 16 of the 2026 Formula 1 season. Formula 1's return to Malaysia for the first time since 2017 gives the session added context beyond a standard Saturday buildup.

What to watch: Qualifying is next, followed by Sunday's race at Sepang.

Sources

@F1 2026-10-03T07:53:53.340291+00:00

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