Verstappen Ends Winless Run With Bahrain GP Triumph
What Happened
Max Verstappen claimed his first Formula 1 victory of the 2026 season after winning a rain-hit and heavily disrupted Bahrain Grand Prix at Malaysia's Sepang circuit. The race was delayed by more than 90 minutes due to severe weather, with Verstappen recovering from an early setback to finish ahead of Kimi Antonelli, while Lewis Hamilton charged from 18th on the grid to secure third place.
Key Takeaways
The win gives Verstappen and Red Bull their first victory of the 2026 campaign and highlights the team's progress with its new power unit, while championship leader Antonelli further extended his points advantage despite missing out on the win.