No Champagne At Sepang As Bahrain Brings Its Own Podium Tradition
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Race winners will spray ma’al-ward, a traditional Bahraini non-alcoholic rose water drink, during this weekend’s race at Sepang.
From the original report
Formula 1 race winners traditionally spray champagne on the podium to celebrate victory, but fans watching this weekend’s race at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) can expect a different tradition.
Yes, the podium finishers still get to spray one another, just not with champagne.
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- Oct 2, 2026
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