Overview
- Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said Malaysia is in talks with Formula 1 leadership after Oct 4’s one‑off Bahrain Grand Prix was held at Sepang and he met F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali.
- Anwar said the proposal will be taken to cabinet for review, with no dates or commitments announced and officials warning the process will take time because of a crowded global calendar.
- The Sepang weekend drew strong local demand with 103,000 reported at the main race and 261,000 across the event, breaking the circuit’s previous attendance record.
- Organisers and teams flagged operational lessons from heavy rain, standing water, an abrasive resurfaced track and heat‑protocol measures that will factor into any long‑term hosting plan.
- Sepang last hosted F1 from 1999 to 2017, organisers estimate a permanent slot would cost roughly RM300 million a year, and final calendar choices are expected around mid‑October.