The start of the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia was delayed on Sunday due to severe weather conditions. Heavy rainfall and a lightning storm impacted the track as teams were preparing for pre-race procedures on the starting grid.
What began as a light drizzle quickly intensified into a tropical thunderstorm, forcing a delay to the race proceedings. Spectators at the circuit were observed using umbrellas while waiting for the weather to clear.
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