All you need to know about Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix

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The Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix is one of the most important races that Bahrain holds every year, which attracts millions of foreign visitors in particular. Bahrain’s establishment of this race on its territory made it the cradle of races in the Middle East, and strengthened its tourism position in particular. Especially since this type of race has a huge audience, and many people from all over the world come to attend it. And in this article, we will show you all the details about the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix.

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What is Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix?

It is a Formula 1 car race that was held in Bahrain, and is sponsored by Gulf Air. The first actual Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix race was held at Bahrain Circuit on April 4, 2004.

The Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix is the first Formula 1 race to be held in the entire Middle East, which is organized by the International Automobile Federation.

Many Formula racing professionals from all over the world participate in this race, and competition takes place for rounds until the first 3 places are honored at the end.

Where is the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix taking place?

The Bahrain Formula Grand Prix is most likely to be held at the Sakhir circuit, one of the largest and most famous racing circuits in the whole of Bahrain.

This race is held in that circuit with a lap length of 5412 km, and the total distance covered is 308,238 km, divided into 57 laps.

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The names of the winners of the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix

As we mentioned, the Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix was held for the first time in 2004, and since that year until now, there is only one winner of the first place.

However, in 2011 the race was canceled, due to the Bahraini protests that were taking place at the time, and after that the race continued to be held on schedule every year.

As for the date of this race, it is organized by the International Automobile Federation and Bahrain.

The following are the names of the winners of the first place in the Bahrain Formula Grand Prix from its launch until 2023:

2004: This season was won by a German rider named Michael Schumacher.
2005: The season was won by a Spanish racer called Fernando Alonso.
2006: The season was won by a Spanish racer called Fernando Alonso.
2007: This season was won by a Brazilian racer named Felipe Massa.
2008: This season was won by a Brazilian racer named Felipe Massa.
2009: This season was won by British racer Jenson Button.
2010: This season was won by a Spanish racer called Fernando Alonso.
2011: This season was canceled due to the Bahraini protests at the time.
2012: This season was won by German racer Sebastian Vettel.
2013: This season was won by a German racer called Sebastian Vettel.
2014: This season was won by British racer Lewis Hamilton.
2015: This season was won by a British rider named Lewis Hamilton.
2016: This season was won by a German rider named Nico Rosberg.
2017: This season was won by a German rider named Sebastian Vettel.
2018: This season was won by a German rider named Sebastian Vettel.
2019: This season was won by a Dutch rider named Max Verstappen.
2020: This season was won by a British rider named Lewis Hamilton.
2021: This season was won by a Dutch rider named Max Verstappen.
2022: This season was won by a French rider named Charles Leclerc.
2023: This season was won by a Dutch rider named Max Verstappen.

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How much do Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix tickets cost?

Bahrain Formula Grand Prix ticket prices vary from season to season, as well as according to the runway that the spectator himself will book. On average, Bahrain Formula 1 Grand Prix ticket prices range from $175 to $400.