Bahrain sets stage for blockbuster F1

TDT | Manama

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If you’re holding tickets for the 2025 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix, today is your chance to step into the heart of the action. From 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, the Bahrain International Circuit is throwing open the pit lane for an exclusive walk, letting fans peek behind the curtain as F1 teams fine-tune their machines for the event. Gates swing open at 4:00 PM, so get there early, soak up the buzz, and prepare for a rare glimpse of the pre-race chaos.

Build-Up to Bahrain

While Bahrain gears up, the F1 world is still buzzing from Shanghai. The 2025 Chinese Grand Prix saw McLaren steal the show, with Oscar Piastri crossing the line first and Lando Norris hot on his heels in second. George Russell held firm for Mercedes in third, while Max Verstappen had to settle for fourth after a challenging day. Ferrari, though, had a nightmare—both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton finished two laps down, a rare stumble for the Scuderia.

Before the circus rolls into Sakhir, all eyes turn to Japan for the Suzuka Grand Prix. With the championship already heating up, how the grid performs there could set the tone for Bahrain’s early-season showdown.

The Clock is Ticking

We’re just a week out from lights out on April 11, and the anticipation in Bahrain is palpable. Dubbed “The Desert Never Sleeps,” the 2025 Grand Prix isn’t just another race—it’s a fullon celebration of Formula 1’s 75th anniversary, packed with high-octane racing, live entertainment, and a chance to see where the season’s early battles will shake out. As the fourth stop on this year’s calendar, it’s shaping up to be a critical early test.

Concerts to Match the Speed

And when the cars quiet down, the music cranks up. Friday, April 11, brings Dutch DJ R3HAB to the stage. Saturday, April 12, sees house music star Peggy Gou take over, and Sunday, April 13, wraps things up with Axwell, the Swedish House Mafia legend and Grammy-nominated producer. It’s the perfect crescendo to an already electric weekend.

HH Shaikh Abdullah bin Isa: “Bahrain’s Ready to Deliver”

HH Shaikh Abdullah bin Isa Al Khalifa, who heads the Bahrain Motor Federation and serves as FIA Vice President for MENA, is calling it: Bahrain’s top motorsport pros are on notice to make this Grand Prix flawless. He points to the nation’s deep roots in F1, dating back to that first race in 2004, as proof they know how to stage a show. With Bahrain’s history of pulling off premier events, you can bet this year’s race will be another standout chapter in their legacy.

With grandstand tickets already sold out, only a handful of hospitality packages remain available at The Dome. If you haven’t secured your place yet, head to the Bahrain City Centre ticketing hub before it’s too late. Expect a packed crowd, intense racing, and a weekend that will be talked about long after the checkered flag drops.