Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix
Verstappen makes dominant start in Bahrain
Max Verstappen's pursuit of a fourth successive Formula One title started in dominant fashion with victory ahead of his Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez at the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix.
| Circuit Bahrain International Circuit | |
| Location Sakhir, Bahrain | Circuit Type Track |
| Circuit Length 5.412 km | Circuit Distance 308.238 km |
| No. of Laps 57 | No. of Turns 15 |
Lap Record: 1:31.447
Pedro De La Rosa (2005)
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