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F1 Bahrain Prix – Start time, starting grid, how to watch, & more
The pole position for the 2024 F1 season opener in Bahrain was secured by Red Bull’s Verstappen, outpacing Leclerc. Leclerc, with a strong Q2 performance, settled for second on the grid, followed by Russell and Sainz. Perez disappointed in fifth, Alonso placed sixth, and Norris and Piastri followed. Hamilton struggled and qualified ninth. Surprisingly, Hulkenberg made it to Q3 in 10th, while Alpine’s Ocon and Gasly were at the back. Sky Sports will broadcast live coverage of the Bahrain GP in the UK on Saturday. Coverage begins at 1:30pm GMT with the race starting at 3:00pm GMT. Channel 4 will provide highlights at 7:50pm GMT. BBC Radio 5 Live will offer live radio coverage, and weather conditions for the race are expected to be dry and mild with temperatures around 19 degrees Celsius.
