There are not many tracks in the world that offer an overtaking spectacle similar to the Bahrain International Circuit. Bahrain GP is one of the best for offering a chance at wheel-to-wheel combat to the drivers. And it is down to the number of DRS zones on offer at this venue. The Bahrain GP [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/bahrain-grand-prix/] is one of the fewest on the F1 calendars that offer three DRS (Drag Reduction Zones) to the drivers. If you are not familiar with the concept of DRS, first let us help you out with a debrief. A DRS zone allows a driver who is following behind a car to reduce aerodynamic drag by opening the flap in his rear wing. By doing this, the driver is able to increase his top speed by around 10% in comparison to the car in front. This allows him to perform an overtaking maneuver with relative ease. Bahrain GP 2021 [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-03-14T135005Z_626758889_UP1EH3E12FHY6_RTRMADP_3_MOTOR-F1-TESTING.jpg]Formula One F1 – Pre-Season Testing – Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain – March 14, 2021 Williams’ George Russell in action during testing REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed WHERE ARE THE DRS ZONES OF THE BAHRAIN GP? The Circuit used to have only two DRS zones until 2019 when the FIA added another [https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article.extra-drs-zone-to-further-enhance-bahrain-spectacle.1usPEbOsoEG6bFQi1yCGPL.html] one to increase the drama. The first zone is just 23 meters after turn 3. So, it lies on the straight between turn 3 and turn 4. The second one comes 50 meters right after turn 10 whereas the third and the final DRS zone comes 170 meters after turn 15, leading the drivers to the start-finish straight. Also, each zone has its own detection point. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/image-2-1.png] The detection point [https://scuderiafans.com/three-drs-zones-confirmed-for-the-2020-bahrain-grand-prix/] for the first DRS zone between turn 3 and 4 will arrive 50 meters before turn 1. Meaning the gap between the two cars should not be more than 1 second for the DRS wing to open at the zone at this particular point. The second detection zone comes right before turn 9 (10 meters). As for the final one, it is a huge 110 meters before the entry into the second last chicane (turn 14). We are all bracing for an exciting weekend of F1 racing in Bahrain. This circuit in Sakhir is the perfect way to cut the ribbon on the upcoming F1 season. Hopefully, we will witness legendary battles like the one between Hamilton [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/] and Rosberg, back in 2014. Read More – F1 Schedule: Where to Watch and What Time Is the 2021 Bahrain Grand Prix? [https://www.essentiallysports.com/f1-news-f1-schedule-where-to-watch-and-what-time-is-the-2021-bahrain-grand-prix/] 

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<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>
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<td width="148">Sebastian Vettel</td>
<td width="148">4</td>
<td width="148">2012,2013,2017,2018</td>
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<td width="148">Fernando Alonso</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2005, 2006, 2010</td>
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<td width="148">Lewis Hamilton</td>
<td width="148">3</td>
<td width="148">2014,2015,2019</td>
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<td width="148">Felipe Massa</td>
<td width="148">2</td>
<td width="148">2007, 2008</td>
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<h2>Past Constructors' Winners</h2>
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<td width="221">Ferrari</td>
<td width="221">2004, 2007, 2008, 2010, 2017, 2018</td>
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<td width="221">Mercedes</td>
<td width="221">2014, 2015, 2016, 2019</td>
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<td width="221">Renault</td>
<td width="221">2005, 2006,</td>
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<td width="221">Red Bull</td>
<td width="221">2012, 2013</td>
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<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.

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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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<strong>Nico Rosberg’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements</strong>

German driver Nico Rosberg is the son of 1982 F1 champion, Keke Rosberg. The younger Rosberg made his F1 debut back in 2006 for the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/williams/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Williams</a> team. He raced for the British outfit until 2009 before joining <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/mercedes" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Mercedes</a>.

He went up against the returning <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/michael-schumacher/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Michael Schumacher</a> and soundly beat him. Then, he was up against <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lewis-hamilton/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lewis Hamilton</a> and things got tense between the two. Finally, in 2016, he announced his retirement after winning the championship.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-143491" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/formula-one-mercedes-rosberg-start-1280x686.jpg" alt="Nico Rosberg" width="1280" height="686" />

<strong>On-track Achievements</strong>

The German driver bagged his maiden podium in 2008 at the <a href="https://www.grandprix.com.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Australian Grand Prix</a>. During the same year, he took a second podium in Singapore.

During his first season with Mercedes, incidentally their first season as well, he took three podiums. The first win beckoned in 2012 at the Chinese Grand Prix. From 2014 to 2016, he was locked in a bitter battle with teammate Lewis Hamilton for the championship. He finally got the upper hand in 2016 to seal his maiden title.

What made this significant was the fact that it was 34 years after his father Keke Rosberg won his own title.

[caption id="attachment_111729" align="alignnone" width="1280"]<img class="wp-image-111729 size-full" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/rosberg.jpg" alt="Nico Rosberg" width="1280" height="853" /> Nico Rosberg[/caption]

<strong>Nico Rosberg's Endorsements</strong>

He is sponsored by Sky, RTL, Heineken, Mattel, UBS and Boss. He has a net worth of $50 million.

<strong>Charity</strong>

Rosberg is a supporter of children's welfare and even donated €100,000 to Heart for Children.
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">33</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Married</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td width="319">Vivian Rosberg</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Residence</strong></td>
<td width="319">Wiesbaden</td>
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<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">Germany</td>
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<td width="319">Sky, RTL, Heineken, Mattel, UBS, Boss</td>
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Nico Rosberg’s Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements German driver Nico Rosberg is the son of 1982 F1 champion, Keke Rosberg. The younger Rosberg made his F1 debut back in 2006 for the Williams team. He raced for the British outfit until 2009 before joining Mercedes. He went up against the returning Michael Schumacher and soundly beat him. Then, he was up against Lewis Hamilton and things got tense between the two. Finally, in 2016, he announced his retirement after winning the championship. On-track Achievements The German driver bagged his maiden podium in 2008 at the Australian Grand Prix. During the same year, he took a second podium in Singapore. During his first season with Mercedes, incidentally their first season as well, he took three podiums. The first win beckoned in 2012 at the Chinese Grand Prix. From 2014 to 2016, he was locked in a bitter battle with teammate Lewis Hamilton for the championship. He finally got the upper hand in 2016 to seal his maiden title. What made this significant was the fact that it was 34 years after his father Keke Rosberg won his own title. Nico Rosberg Nico Rosberg&#8217;s Endorsements He is sponsored by Sky, RTL, Heineken, Mattel, UBS and Boss. He has a net worth of $50 million. Charity Rosberg is a supporter of children&#8217;s welfare and even donated €100,000 to Heart for Children.  Age 33  Marital Status Married  Spouse Vivian Rosberg  Residence Wiesbaden  Nationality Germany  Endorsements Sky, RTL, Heineken, Mattel, UBS, Boss

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