Standings 2026 After The Bahrain Grand Prix In Malaysia

Max Verstappen claimed his and Red Bull’s first win of the 2026 season in a chaotic Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, held after a one-hour-33-minute delay for treacherous weather and technical issues. Starting on pole, Verstappen slipped behind Mercedes duo Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, then regained the lead during a restart after Valtteri Bottas spun into gravel on lap 10. Late drama followed when a virtual safety car came after Alexander Albon stopped on track. Verstappen regained the front after two tire stops, but Russell retired with a suspected power unit problem with five laps remaining. Verstappen won by over two seconds, with Lewis Hamilton third after starting 18th. The result lifted Antonelli to 320 points after the round.