What time is lights out? Bahrain GP in Malaysia Edition
Discover the start times for each session at the 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia- don't forget to set those alarms
Published
30 SEP 2026
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1 min
Round 16 takes Formula 1 to Sepang for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, as the championship heads to South East Asia.
With the action heading to a different part of the world, fans will need to adjust their alarms for the sessions this weekend.
For fans in the UK and across Europe, that means an early start to catch all the action, while those watching from the Americas will be tuning in through the night. Over in Asia-Pacific and Oceania, meanwhile, the race will take place in the afternoon.
Wherever you’re watching, we’ll have you covered with everything you need to follow the action on the Williams app.
2026 Event Times – Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
(All converted to your local timezone from Malaysia Time)
Session Schedule
Time displayed in your local timezone
Free Practice 1
FRIDAY, 04:30, 02 OCT 2026
Free Practice 2
FRIDAY, 08:00, 02 OCT 2026
Free Practice 3
SATURDAY, 04:30, 03 OCT 2026
Qualifying
SATURDAY, 08:00, 03 OCT 2026
Race
SUNDAY, 07:00, 04 OCT 2026
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