Lewis Hamilton stopped during the formation lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, forcing the lap to be red-flagged after utter chaos on the track. The start had already been delayed due to torrential weather.
Chaos on the formation lap
The formation lap had to be red-flagged following the disruption, with the race unable to get underway as conditions wreaked havoc on the grid. Hamilton, a seven-time world champion, was among those affected, coming to a halt during the lap.
Delayed start due to weather
The Bahrain Grand Prix, held in Malaysia, had already seen its start pushed back because of torrential weather. The downpour created treacherous conditions, leading to the chaotic scenes that ultimately brought out the red flag.
The situation remains fluid, with further updates expected as the sport's authorities assess the track conditions. The red flag means the race start has been further delayed, and teams and drivers are waiting for confirmation on when the action can resume.
