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Petronas has clarified its limited role at Sepang International Circuit, stating it holds only naming rights while ownership rests with a Ministry of Finance-linked entity. The clarification comes as Malaysia prepares to host the F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in 2026.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has downplayed the financial burden of hosting a Formula 1 Grand Prix, stating that Malaysia's existing annual maintenance budget for Sepang International Circuit would suffice.
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim says he will announce a decision tomorrow on whether Formula One racing will return to Malaysia, following discussions about the sport's possible revival in the country.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted Malaysia's return to the Formula 1 calendar as evidence of the country's capability to successfully host globally significant sporting events at the Sepang International Circuit.
Malaysia will host the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit in October 2026, marking the championship's return after an eight-year absence. Industry leaders highlight substantial economic opportunities for tourism and hospitality, though permanent F1 status remains uncertain.
Malaysia will host the 2026 F1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang International Circuit from October 2-4, following the race's relocation due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim announced Malaysia's readiness to welcome Formula 1 back to the Sepang International Circuit, hosting the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix from October 2-4 following a nine-year absence from the racing calendar.
Malaysia's Sepang International Circuit has declined to comment on reports that Formula One could return to the country this October, citing non-disclosure agreements with Liberty Media over the commercial rights holder's calendar contingencies.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Ministry is assessing the feasibility of hosting a Formula 1 race at Sepang International Circuit this October, potentially replacing disrupted Middle East events amid regional tensions.
Malaysia's Youth and Sports Ministry is evaluating the prospect of bringing Formula 1 racing back to Sepang International Circuit in October, potentially filling a calendar gap created by escalating Middle East geopolitical tensions.