Channel 4 F1 highlights today: How to watch the dramatic Bahrain Grand Prix FREE in the UK

The F1 Bahrain Grand Prix takes centre stage this weekend in the unlikely surroundings of Malaysia and Channel 4 have UK fans covered with full highlights.

Sepang International Circuit returns to the F1 calendar to stage this race after it was cancelled in April due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

The track was always a big favourite for drivers and fans alike, so we should be in for a terrific weekend of action. Some very unpredictable weather might make things even more exciting as well.

Max Verstappen starts Sunday's race at Sepang from pole position, with Lewis Hamilton alongside him on the front row and looking to silence the Ferrari doubters.

Wet weather could also play a part in the action, and we can't wait to see how it all plays out.

If you're in the United Kingdom, C4 has you covered for free highlights of everything that goes down, and we have full details.

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What time is F1 on Channel 4 for the Bahrain Grand Prix?

Sky Sports of course has live coverage of the big race, but Channel 4 has you covered for free-to-air highlights.

The Bahrain Grand Prix takes place on Sunday (October 4) and there is a bumper two-and-a-half-hour show, starting at 1pm UK time (BST).

If you miss the action over the weekend, you can still catch all the highlights on Channel 4's on-demand service.

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