Bahrain Grand Prix

''Route of the Bahrain Grand Prix

The first Bahrain Grand Prix, sponsored by Gulf Air took place on April 4, 2004.

The construction of the Bahrain circuit was a national objective for Bahrain, initiated by His Highness the Crown Prince, Shaikh Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. The Crown Prince is a motor sport enthusiast and the Honorary President of the Bahrain Motor Federation.

The circuit was designed by German architect Hermann Tilke and cost approximately US$150 million to construct.

Results

• 2004 Qualifying
  • Pole: Michael Schumacher

• 2004 Result
  • Winner: Michael Schumacher
  • Runner up: Rubens Barrichello
  • Third: Jenson Button