BAHRAIN F1 GRAND PRIX 2010
The Gulf Air Bahrain F1 Grand Prix 2010
Grand Prix Du Bahrein 2010
Bahrain is hosting the First Race in the 2010 Formula one season on March the 12th, 13th and 14th
2010 at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) Sakhir
Sebastian Vettel on Pole at Bahrain GP 2010
Red Bull's Sebastian Vettel will start the first Formula one race of 2010 from pole after edging the Ferraris
into second and third in Bahrain.
Vettel's final qualifying lap of one minute 54.101 seconds beat Felipe Massa by 0.141secs, with the second
Ferrari of Fernando Alonso in third at 1:54.608.
McLaren's Lewis Hamilton was fourth with Nico Rosberg fifth, two places ahead of Mercedes team-mate
Michael Schumacher in his comeback race.
World champion Jenson Button placed down in eighth in the second McLaren.
Mark Webber was sixth, Renault's Robert Kubica ninth and Adrian Sutil 10th for Force India.




























Bahrain hosted the Fourth round of the 2009 Formula One Grand Prix Championship at the BIC in Sakhir from  April 24-26th
2009
Bahrain successfully hosted the third round of the 2008 Formula one Championship at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC)
Sakhir in the 2008 F1 Championship calender released by the FIA.

The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2009 was held on April the 24th, 25th, and 26th at the modern, highly acclaimed, Sakhir
Formula one Bahrain International Circuit. The Bahrain F1 Grand Prix has been a huge success since its launch and had the
privilege of being the inaugural Grand Prix for the 2006 season which was very successful. We can help visitors to Bahrain
during the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix with getting tickets for the race,  cheap Bahrain Car rental great discount room rates at
Bahrain Hotels and Flights to Bahrain. Find information on Visa procedures in Bahrain specific to the F1 Grand Prix and links
for Formula one teams and drivers official merchandise, including Ferrari Team Merchandise, to get for yourself or as a gift,
different performance car driving experience days in the UK are also available.

In 2002, the building of the Bahrain Grand Prix Sakhir racing Circuit was started. By its completion, the Sakhir Race Circuit
out shone other race Circuits in the Gulf region and established Sakhir and Bahrain as the center of gulf motor sport. Many
races, including drag races, GT races and Formula 3 races, have been held. The first formula one race at the Sakhir Bahrain
International circuit was held in 2004 and was won by Michael Schumacher, the formula one world Champion.

The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix offers a Formula One experience unlike any other. You can get close to the cars, with pit lane
walks, talk to the drivers and mechanics, and feel a part of the glamour and passion of the world’s biggest and most spectacular
Car Racing  series. The Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix is the ultimate sporting and social occasion for Bahrain. From the moment
that you see the imposing structure of the Sakhir Bahrain International Circuit come into view  as you approach Sakhir you
know that an incredible experience awaits you. You can feel the atmosphere that is generated by the crowds being so close to
elite sportsmen and the sound of the worlds foremost racing cars, celebrate in the speed and the thrill of the spectacle.

It is a breathtaking experience to hear a Formula One car travelling at 300km/h at 19,000rpm. It is an unforgettable experience
to watch 22 Formula One cars racing down the straights, to witness them brake from top speed to 60km/h in little more than 50
metres and then accelerate out the other side of a corner. The Kingdom of Bahrain has brought the Formula One experience
from around the world to the heart of the Gulf, at the Sakhir race circuit in Bahrain.

The Bahrain formula one grand prix will also hosted support races at the Sakhir racing circuit and had family entertainment.

Entertainment at the Bahrain Grand Prix

Visa Procedures for overseas visitors to the Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in 2007/08/09 were as Follows and may differ in 2010.

Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix Visa Procedure:
A Grand Prix visa can be obtained upon arrival at Bahrain International Airport or pre-arranged through the  Internet  at-www.
evisa.gov.bh.  Alternatively visas can be organized through the GDNPR (General Directorate of Nationality, Passports and
Residence) Headquarters in Bahrain depending on an individuals nationality and GCC alien residence status.

The Bahrain Grand Prix visa is valid for two weeks from the date of entry and is a multiple re-entry visa. The visa has no
physical evidence in the passport.

The Bahrain Grand Prix F1 visas can be obtained on arrival at Bahrain airport by nationals of the following countries (G34
group): Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong
SAR, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway,
Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Kingdom United States of America, Vatican
City. [Additional nationalities that can obtain a visa on arrival are Brazil, Chile, Cyprus, Hungary, Lebanon, Panama, South
Africa, South Korea, Taiwan and Venezuela. GCC alien residents can also obtain a visa on arrival at Bahrain International
airport. These nationalities can also obtain a pre-arranged Bahrain Grand Prix visa over the Internet.

All other nationalities (except those listed above and GCC alien residents) must have a sponsor to obtain a pre-arranged Bahrain
Grand Prix F1 visa. The sponsor can be a Bahraini commercial entity or a Bahraini individual. Sponsored Bahrain Grand Prix
F1 visas can be pre-arranged by the sponsor and obtained at GDNPR Headquarters in Manama. Please note that sponsored
Bahrain Grand Prix F1 visas are only available to Bahraini commercial entities or individuals.

Upon arrival, GDNPR set up several fast-track lanes at Bahrain International airport solely dedicated for passports and
immigration procedures related to the Bahrain Grand Prix F1.

A special Bahrain Grand Prix entry stamp will be imprinted by the Immigration Officer in the passport and in the
arrival/departure card. The hard copy of the card will be attached to the passport which will be removed upon departure.

Passengers must retain their stamped departure card in their Passport to speed up their departure.

The conditions for all applicants for Bahrain Grand Prix F1 visas were:

- Passengers must produce a valid Bahrain Grand Prix F1 ticket, proof of purchase or identification showing the passenger is
officially associated with the Bahrain Grand Prix F1 event in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The Passport must be valid for the length of stay in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The Passenger must have a valid confirmed onward travel ticket to leave the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The visa holder must not violate the security and national welfare of the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The visa holder must not take up paid employment when in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The applicant must be outside the Kingdom of Bahrain, and must apply via sponsor or the Internet unless eligible for visa on
arrival.

-  All visa holders must be able to support themselves and any dependents while in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

-  The Bahrain Grand Prix F1 visa is not available for applicants with endorses and cannot be extended.

Any questions or queries should be directed to the Vetting and Approval Section in GDNPR on telephone 17530902, fax 17534490
or email evisa@gdnpr.gov.bh

All International Media requests should go through the National Press Office via email s.bushehri@bic.com.bh or fax 00973
17451112.
To telephone the Bahrain International Circuit direct call +973 406444
If visiting Bahrain for the Grand Prix 2010 we would like to wish you a pleasant stay in Bahrain. We would suggest that you book
your Flights to Bahrain, Bahrain Hotels and Bahrain Car Rental early to avoid disappointment.

The Bahrain property site for information on visiting and living in Bahrain, Bahrain Car Rental, Bahrain Hotels and Flights to
Bahrain, UK Bahrain Flights we also have pages so that you can Send Gifts, Flowers to the UK and Hampers to the UK. We look
forward to seeing you at the Bahrain F1 Grand Prix.
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2008 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix Results:
1. Felipe Massa        Ferrari
2. Kimi Räikkönen    Ferrari
3. Robert Kubica      BMW
4. Nick Heidfeld       BMW
5. Heikki Kovalainen McLaren-Mercedes
6. Jarno Trulli          Toyota
7. Mark Webber       Red Bull-Renault
8. Nico Rosberg      Williams-Toyota
9. Timo Glock         Toyota
10. Fernando Alonso Renault
2009 FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX Results:
1  Jenson Button         Brawn-Mercedes      57 1:31:48.182 4 10
2  Sebastian Vettel      RBR-Renault            57 +7.1 secs 3 8
3  Jarno Trulli              Toyota                     57 +9.1 secs 1 6
4  Lewis Hamilton       McLaren-Mercedes 57 +22.0 secs 5 5
5  Rubens Barrichello  Brawn-Mercedes     57 +37.7 secs 6 4
6  Kimi Räikkönen      Ferrari                      57 +42.0 secs 10 3
7  Timo Glock            Toyota                      57 +42.8 secs 2 2
8  Fernando Alonso    Renault                      57 +52.7 secs 7 1
9  Nico Rosberg         Williams-Toyota        57 +58.1 secs 9  
10 Nelsinho Piquet     Renault                      57 +65.1 secs 15
    2010 FIA Formula One World Championship Race Calendar

2010 FORMULA 1 BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX (Sakhir)                                      12 - 14 Mar
2010 FORMULA 1 AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX (Melbourne)                              26 - 28 Mar
2010 FORMULA 1 MALAYSIAN GRAND PRIX (Kuala Lumpur)                           02 - 04 Apr
2010 FORMULA 1 CHINESE GRAND PRIX (Shanghai)                                       16 - 18 Apr
2010 FORMULA 1 SPANISH GRAND PRIX (Catalunya)                                      07 - 09 May
2010 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX DE MONACO (Monte Carlo)                            13 - 16 May
2010 FORMULA 1 TURKISH GRAND PRIX (Istanbul)                                         28 - 30 May
2010 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX OF CANADA (Montreal)                                  11 - 13 Jun
2010 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX OF EUROPE (Valencia)                                    25 - 27 Jun
2010 FORMULA 1 BRITISH GRAND PRIX (Silverstone)                                     09 - 11 Jul
2010 FORMULA 1 GERMAN GRAND PEIX (Hockenheim)                                  23 - 25 Jul
2010 FORMULA 1 HUNGARIAN GRAND PRIX (Budapest)                                 30 Jul - 01 Aug
2010 FORMULA 1 BELGIAN GRAND PRIX (Spa-Francorchamps)                       27 - 29 Aug
2010 FORMULA 1 ITALIAN GRAND PRIX (Monza)                                           10 - 12 Sep
2010 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX (Singapore)                                 24 - 26 Sep
2010 FORMULA 1 JAPANESE GRAND PRIX (Suzuka)                                       08 - 10 Oct
2010 FORMULA 1 KOREAN GRAND PRIX (Yeongam)                                       22 - 24 Oct
2010 FORMULA 1 GRANDE PREMIO DO BRASIL (Sao Paulo)                            05 - 07 Nov
2010 FORMULA 1 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX (Yas Marina Circuit)                      12 - 14 Nov
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Bahrain Grand Prix 2010 Qualifying Results
Saturday, 13 March 2010
Pos Country    Driver                Car Team           Q1           Q2        Q3
1 germany      Sebastian Vettel 5 Red Bull-Renault 1:55.029 1:53.883 1:54.101
2 brazil           Felipe Massa 7     Ferrari 1:55.313 1:54.331 1:54.242
3 spain           Fernando Alonso 8 Ferrari 1:54.612 1:54.172 1:54.608
4 great britain Lewis Hamilton 2    McLaren-Mercedes 1:55.341 1:54.707 1:55.217
5 germany      Nico Rosberg 4     Mercedes GP 1:55.463 1:54.682 1:55.241
6 australia      Mark Webber 6       Red Bull-Renault 1:55.298 1:54.318 1:55.284
7 germany     Michael Schumacher 3 Mercedes GP 1:55.593 1:55.105 1:55.524
8 great britain Jenson Button 1     McLaren-Mercedes 1:55.715 1:55.168 1:55.672
9 poland        Robert Kubica 11     Renault 1:55.511 1:54.963 1:55.885
10 germany   Adrian Sutil 14        Force India-Mercedes 1:55.213 1:54.996 1:56.309
11 brazil         Rubens Barrichello 9 Williams-Toyota    
12 italy          Vitantonio Liuzzi 15 Force India-Mercedes    
13 germany    Nico Hulkenberg 10 Williams-Toyota    
14 spain         Pedro de la Rosa 22 BMW Sauber    
15 switzerland Sebastien Buemi 16 Toro Rosso-Ferrari    
16 japan         Kamui Kobayashi 23 BMW Sauber    
17 russia        Vitaly Petrov 12      Renault    
18 spain         Jaime Alguersuari 17 Toro Rosso-Ferrari    
19 germany    Timo Glock 24      Virgin Racing    
20 italy           Jarno Trulli 18       Lotus F1    
21 finland       Heikki Kovalainen 19 Lotus F1    
22 brazil         Lucas di Grassi  25 Virgin Racing    
23 brazil         Bruno Senna 21       Hispania Racing F1    
24 india          Karun Chandhok 20 Hispania Racing F1