Record crowds, transport chaos: Can Malaysia afford an F1 comeback?
- Asia The Bahrain GP last week showed Sepang can still deliver an F1 spectacle, but transport woes exposed shortcomings off the track.
- The question is whether Malaysia can make a permanent return viable, say experts.
- A general view of the pit lane at Bahrain Grand Prix - Sepang International Circuit, on Oct 4, 2026, as the start of the race is delayed (Photo: REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain) New: You can now listen to articles.
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- Asia The Bahrain GP last week showed Sepang can still deliver an F1 spectacle, but transport woes exposed shortcomings off the track.
- The question is whether Malaysia can make a permanent return viable, say experts.
- A general view of the pit lane at Bahrain Grand Prix - Sepang International Circuit, on Oct 4, 2026, as the start of the race is delayed (Photo: REUTERS/Hasnoor Hussain) New: You can now listen to articles.
Sources: CNA