F1 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/formula-one/] fans can rejoice because it looks like we’ll be getting some racing this weekend after all. F1 announced a new Virtual Grand Prix series that’ll be held in place of postponed F1 races. Formula One will hold the first virtual race this Sunday in place of the Bahrain Grand Prix. F1 SWITCHES TO ESPORTS With 2 races cancelled and 5 more postponed, this period of non-racing was always going to be hard for F1 fans. Well, one way to keep oneself engaged is by tuning in to watch F1 drivers and sim racers compete in the Esports event. The event will be held in place of cancelled races so we will see at least 6 Virtual Grands Prix. Lando Norris [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/lan.jpg] Several current F1 drivers will participate in the event. F1 didn’t reveal the drivers that’ll take part but it would be fair to assume that Kimi and Seb most likely won’t be there. Lando Norris [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lando-norris/] participated in a virtual race last week as a replacement for the Australian Grand Prix. Max Verstappen is another driver who spends a fair amount of time sim racing and often competes with Norris. F1 announced that the series would use the official 2019 Formula One game [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/F1_2019_(video_game)] developed by Codemasters. Participants would use a PC and races will run at a 50% distance. This will surely make for an exciting battle to see who emerges victorious among sim drivers and actual racers. Formula One also clarified that the Virtual Grand Prix Series was a mere entertainment event without any points being awarded. Hence, this won’t have any effect on the World Championship. Formula One will broadcast the event via its social media channels – Youtube, Facebook and Twitch. The first race begins this Sunday at 8 pm GMT. “We’re excited to be a part of the new F1 Esports Virtual Grand Prix Series. With sporting events currently on hold around the world, it’s great that the official F1® video game can help fill the void by bringing together an exciting line-up of talent to race online during the postponed race weekends. It’s going to be competitive, action-packed, and a lot of fun for everyone involved.” said Frank Sagnier, CEO of Codemasters, speaking to Formula One. Well, this is certainly one way to beat the offseason blues! 

F1 has announced a new Virtual Grand Prix Series as a form of replacement for
races that have been cancelled or postponed.

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[caption id="attachment_504029" align="aligncenter" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-504029" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20210105154928/2020-12-06T190249Z_1622099943_UP1EGC61GWPJR_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-SAKHIR.jpg" alt="The incredible podium at Sakhir consisted of Perez. Ocon and Stroll" width="1920" height="1202" /> Formula One F1 - Sakhir Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - Racing Point's Sergio Perez celebrates on the podium after winning the race with second placed Renault's Esteban Ocon and third placed Lance Stroll Pool via REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed[/caption]
<h2>Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track</h2>
The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since.

F1 raced on the Bahrain track's "outer layout", consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an "oval", given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race.

Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium.

In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year.

Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas.
<h2>Past Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="148"><strong>Name</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Wins</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Past Constructors' Winners</h2>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="221"><strong>Manufacturer</strong></td>
<td width="221"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Ferrari</td>
<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Mercedes</td>
<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Renault</td>
<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Red Bull</td>
<td width="221">2012, 2013</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h2>Track Details</h2>
The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as 'The Oval,' features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit.

One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren't punished, should they make mistakes.

Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap.
<h2>Where to watch</h2>
Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One.

Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively.

Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

Bahrain Grand Prix

Formula One F1 &#8211; Sakhir Grand Prix &#8211; Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain &#8211; Racing Point&#8217;s Sergio Perez celebrates on the podium after winning the race with second placed Renault&#8217;s Esteban Ocon and third placed Lance Stroll Pool via REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed Bahrain Grand Prix 2021 Winners, Qualifying, Circuits, Track The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since. F1 raced on the Bahrain track&#8217;s &#8220;outer layout&#8221;, consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers dubbed the outer track an &#8220;oval&#8221;, given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there was plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race. Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium. In 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year. Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Bahrain replaced the Australian GP as the season opener for the 2021 season. Lewis Hamilton won the first race of the 2021 season ahead of Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas. Past Winners  Name Wins Year  Sebastian Vettel 4 2012,2013,2017,2018  Fernando Alonso 3 2005, 2006, 2010  Lewis Hamilton 3 2014,2015,2019  Felipe Massa 2 2007, 2008  Past Constructors&#8217; Winners  Manufacturer Year  Ferrari 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006,  Red Bull 2012, 2013  Track Details The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann Tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as &#8216;The Oval,&#8217; features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit. One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren&#8217;t punished, should they make mistakes. Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap. Where to watch Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One. Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively. Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

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The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since.

Due to pandemic restrictions, F1 postponed this year's event as one of the penultimate races for the 2020 Championship season. What makes this year's race even more special is the addition of an extra race on the same track with a different layout configuration.

F1 will race on the Bahrain track's "outer layout", consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers have dubbed the outer track an "oval", given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there's sure to be plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race.

Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium.

in 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising of 2011 and several reports of human rights violations. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year.

Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="148"><strong>Name</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Wins</strong></td>
<td width="148"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="148">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<table>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td width="221"><strong>Manufacturer</strong></td>
<td width="221"><strong>Year</strong></td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Ferrari</td>
<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Mercedes</td>
<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Renault</td>
<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="221">Red Bull</td>
<td width="221">2012, 2013</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as 'The Oval' features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit.

One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren't punished, should they make mistakes.

Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap.

Fans can tune in to watch the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix from around the world.

Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One.

Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively.

Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports.

Those interested can purchase tickets for the event from the <a href="https://tickets.formula1.com/en/f1-3176-bahrain" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">official website</a>.

bahrain grand prix

The Bahrain Grand Prix has become synonymous with F1 fans over the years as one of the opening rounds of the Championship season. Starting off as a day race back in 2004, the Sakhir International Circuit embraced nightfall in its 10th Anniversary race and has remained a night race ever since. Due to pandemic restrictions, F1 postponed this year&#8217;s event as one of the penultimate races for the 2020 Championship season. What makes this year&#8217;s race even more special is the addition of an extra race on the same track with a different layout configuration. F1 will race on the Bahrain track&#8217;s &#8220;outer layout&#8221;, consisting of a fairly simple layout and long straights. Many fans and drivers have dubbed the outer track an &#8220;oval&#8221;, given the nature of its configuration. With minimal corners, there&#8217;s sure to be plenty of overtaking opportunities in round 2 of the Bahrain race. Michael Schumacher won the inaugural Bahrain Grand Prix in 2004, accompanied by Rubens Barrichello and Jenson Button on the podium. in 2011, F1 canceled the Bahrain event amidst the Bahraini uprising of 2011 and several reports of human rights violations. Despite much opposition, F1 decided to hold a race at the Sakhir International Circuit the following year. Ever since first experimenting with a night race in Bahrain in 2014, F1 has made the change stick for subsequent events. Bahrain arguably provides the best F1 spectacle amidst the desert under the lights.  Name Wins Year  Sebastian Vettel 4 2012,2013,2017,2018  Fernando Alonso 3 2005, 2006, 2010  Lewis Hamilton 3 2014,2015,2019  Felipe Massa 2 2007, 2008    Manufacturer Year  Ferrari 2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018  Mercedes 2014, 2015, 2016, 2019  Renault 2005, 2006,  Red Bull 2012, 2013  The Sakhir International Circuit features a 5.412km long track designed by legendary F1 architect Hermann tilke. The outer circuit, commonly referred to as &#8216;The Oval&#8217; features a 3.543km track minus the tricky braking zones and twisty bits of the conventional circuit. One unique albeit frustrating aspect of the track are the sprawling run off areas, which ensures drivers aren&#8217;t punished, should they make mistakes. Unlike most F1 circuits, the Sakhir track features 3 DRS zones, which promote countless overtaking opportunities across the lap. Fans can tune in to watch the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix from around the world. Those in Africa can tune in to SuperSport, Australians can watch the race on Fox Sports Channels or One. Viewers from India and Asia can watch the race on Star Sports and Fox Sports Channels respectively. Americans can enjoy the F1 spectacle on ESPN, while Brits can tune into C4 or Sky Sports. Those interested can purchase tickets for the event from the official website.

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