Max Verstappen washes away frustrations with win at rain-soaked Bahrain Grand Prix
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Max Verstappen won the rain-delayed Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia on Sunday, securing his first victory of the 2026 season and the 72nd of his Formula 1 career. The four-time drivers' champion triumphed after enduring a one-hour, 33-minute weather delay at the event.
During the race, Mercedes driver George Russell suffered an engine failure that dealt a significant blow to his outside chances of catching his teammate, Antonelli, in the drivers' championship standings.
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Japan Times (JP)Focuses on the title implications for Mercedes driver George Russell.
Arab News (SA)Highlights Verstappen's season frustrations and the lengthy race weather delay.
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