World · Malaysia Bureau
Sepang F1 Grand Prix draws record 261,000 spectators over three days
The Malaysian Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit has shattered previous attendance records, welcoming more than 261,000 spectators across the three-day racing weekend.
LSN Malaysia ·
The three-day Formula 1 event at Sepang International Circuit has set a new attendance benchmark for the Malaysian Grand Prix, drawing 261,000 visitors throughout the weekend.
The figure represents a significant increase from the previous record, which stood at 126,690 spectators during the 2008 Malaysian Grand Prix. The latest numbers underscore growing enthusiasm for Formula 1 racing in the region and the appeal of Sepang as a premier motorsports venue.
The surge in attendance reflects increased interest in international motorsport competitions in Malaysia, with the Sepang circuit continuing to establish itself as a key fixture on the global racing calendar. The strong turnout demonstrates the event's capacity to draw both local and international racing enthusiasts to the Klang Valley circuit.
The Malaysian Grand Prix remains one of Southeast Asia's most significant sporting events, combining world-class racing with substantial economic and tourism benefits for the region.