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Lindblad set for back-of-grid start after power-unit change

Archive photograph: Arvid Lindblad · 2026-03-05Archive photo · 2026-03-05 · Yu Chu Chin · CC BY-SA 4.0

Arvid Lindblad is set for a back-of-the-grid start at Sepang after a reported change to his power-unit allocation.

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Racing Bulls has announced a grid penalty for Arvid Lindblad ahead of a race at Sepang International Circuit, RacingNews365 reports. A fifth power unit is being added to his permitted engine-component pool, and the outlet says he will start from the back of the grid.

The Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia takes place at Sepang.

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  1. SOURCERacing Bulls confirm Bahrain GP in Malaysia grid penaltyRacingNews365 English · Source date as found: 2026-10-01
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Source: RacingNews365 English, 1 October 2026, reporting the Racing Bulls announcement and expected grid position.