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FIA probes Sepang software bug that stalled F1 start

Formula One's governing body will investigate a software bug that aborted the Bahrain Grand Prix start at Malaysia's Sepang circuit. Lewis Hamilton had to stop and restart on track after wet energy settings cut power on the formation lap. The FIA said low grip and engine speed triggered power loss, then lifted energy limits during a rain delay. Nikolas Tombazis blamed wet preseason testing gaps.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 October 2026 at 13:34

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