Formula 1 extends Bahrain contract until 2036

Formula One has extended the contract to hold a race at Bahrain International Circuit until 2036.

Bahrain will continue to host Formula 1 until 2036. (LAT Images/Mercedes F1)

The Bahrain Grand Prix has been on the F1 calendar since 2004, and hosted two races in 2020, including one on the longer outer circuit configuration.

In 2022 Bahrain will host the official F1 pre-season test as well at the opening race of the season.

As part of the agreement, the circuit has committed to supporting Formula 1's plan to have net zero carbon emissions by 2030.

"I am delighted we will be racing at the Bahrain International Circuit until 2036 where more incredible racing and excitement will be on show to thrill our fans," said Stefano Domenicali, President and CEO of Formula 1.

"Since 2004 we have had some fantastic races in Sakhir and we cannot wait to be back there for the start of the 2022 championship as we begin a new era for the sport."

"Bahrain was the first country in the Middle East to welcome Formula 1 and it has a very special place in our sport, and I personally want to thank HRH Prince Salman and his team for their dedication and hard work throughout our partnership and look forward to the many years of racing ahead of us."