Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix 2023
Event Overview
Bahrain has the honour of again opening the 2023 season, so fans in Bahrain will be the first to see the new cars, new driver line ups and all the uncertainty and anticipation that the first race of a new season brings.
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Overview
Batelco Fitness on Track is a programme dedicated to offering cyclists and runners of all ages the opportunity to train or simply take casual exercise in a safe and controlled environment; at Bahrain's world renowned F1 circuit.
The full season of events runs from 15 October until April and follows a series of test events last season, which showed significant demand and interest.
Events alternate between weekday evening session and Friday morning’s.
2023 Calendar
| Date | Timing |
|---|---|
| Friday, 6 January 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
| Friday, 13 January 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
| Tuesday, 17 January 2023 | 6 PM – 10 PM |
| Friday, 3 February 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
| Tuesday, 7 February 2023 | 6 PM – 10 PM |
| Friday, 10 February 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
| Friday, 17 March 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
| Friday, 28 April 2023 | 6 AM – 10 AM |
Cycling Route
Notes for Participants
- Track Access: Once parked in dedicated area (Oasis North car park which will be signposted) follow the marked route for track access, via the green gate at the exit of the GP circuit pit lane.
- Route: The track runs clockwise. Cyclists should stick to this and keep to the GP track layout as per the map. Please cycle on the right and overtake on the left.
- Helmets: Cycling helmets (in good condition without damage) should be worn at all times when cycling.
- Refreshments: Food and beverage trucks and a seating area will be available in Paddock North car park.
Running Route
Notes for Participants
- Track Access: Once parked in dedicated area (Oasis North car park which will be signposted) follow the marked route for track access, via the Oasis garages.
- Route: Runners should stick to the inner track route and keep to the track layout as per the map
- Refreshments: Food and beverage trucks and a seating area will be available in Paddock North car park.
Main Health Protection Measures:
Covid protection measures:
- Entry policy is in line with the Government traffic light policy (currently Green: open to all)
- Pre-registration online is essential. Access will not be granted without this, in order to control numbers.
- Entry gate verification undertaken by BIC staff.
- Maximum number of runners or cyclists in a group is 6 – must keep a safe distance to group in front.
- BIC security and marshals will be on hand to oversee all measures.
Other Health Measures:
- Ambulance onsite for duration of event, in case of any accident.
- Strict rules on route: must follow correct route, follow protocol for overtaking etc.
