F1 announced Gulf Air to remain title sponsor of Bahrain GP until 2027 season, as Red Bull names Gate.io as cryptocurrency sponsor.
Formula 1 has today announced that Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, will once again renew as the Title Partner of the Bahrain Grand Prix between 2025 and 2027 (inclusive). The airline has held the prestigious role ever since the first race in Bahrain, 21 years ago – the longest of any partner. As the first Formula 1 race ever held in the Middle East, that first event on 4 April 2004 broke new ground and established a tradition of world-class motorsport in the heart of the Arabian desert.
This year, the FORMULA 1 GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX 2025 will take place between 11-13 April (after Ramadan, which is expected to take place between 1-31 March). It promises another exhilarating weekend with high-octane action and unparalleled entertainment under the desert sky. The race also offers a vibrant festival atmosphere, featuring world-class entertainment, gourmet dining experiences, and a unique blend of Bahraini culture and international flair, which attracts fans and visitors from around the world.
2025 is sure to deliver a dramatic season on the track as the field has been shaken up with team moves amongst the established drivers and new arrivals from Formula 2 to the F1 grid.
Emily Prazer, Chief Commercial Officer, Formula 1, said: “Gulf Air’s enduring commitment to the Bahrain Grand Prix is a testament to the power of long-term partnerships in motorsport. Their support, spanning over two decades, has been instrumental in establishing this race as a favourite in the Formula 1 calendar, which attracts fans from all over the world to a weekend of great racing and top entertainment. We are thrilled to continue this collaboration and look forward to more thrilling racing and shared success in Bahrain.”
Jeffrey Goh, Gulf Air Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “We are immensely proud to extend our partnership with Formula 1, a relationship that has become synonymous with the Bahrain Grand Prix. This collaboration not only reinforces Bahrain’s prominent position on the international motorsport stage but also serves as a powerful catalyst for economic growth, tourism development, and global brand recognition for the Kingdom.”
Red Bull –
Oracle Red Bull Racing, the eight-time World Driver’s Championship winning Team, is proud to announce Gate.io, one of the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchanges, as exclusive Crypto-Exchange Partner, in a multi-year deal. This collaboration marks a major milestone in uniting two industry leaders, both recognised for their relentless pursuit of performance, innovation, and cutting-edge technology—on the racetrack and in the digital economy.
Starting from the 2025 season, Gate.io branding will feature prominently on key Team assets, including the rear wing, nose and headrest the Oracle Red Bull Racing car, driver and pit crew suits, Team kit and on the helmet of four-time World Champion, Max Verstappen. Founded in 2013, Gate.io is one of the world’s earliest and most established cryptocurrency exchanges, with a user base exceeding 20 million worldwide.
Over the past 12 years, Gate.io has expanded beyond trading to become a comprehensive blockchain ecosystem, driving innovation in secure digital asset trading, decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain infrastructure, venture capital investment, and Web3 technologies. Oracle Red Bull Racing has set new standards in F1, winning back-to-back championships since 2021 through engineering excellence, data-driven precision, and a relentless drive for victory.
Similarly, Gate.io continues to define the future of blockchain technology, pioneering user-verifiable exchange reserves to enhance trust, transparency, and security in the crypto space. This partnership is built on a shared vision for innovation and leadership. Just as Oracle Red Bull Racing relentlessly competes on the track with precision and agility, Gate.io continues to push the boundaries of blockchain infrastructure, optimizing speed, security, and scalability to support the next generation of crypto-exchange technology.
Christian Horner, CEO and Team Principal of Oracle Red Bull Racing, said: “We are very excited to welcome Gate.io to the Team. Gate.io are a brand that very much share Oracle Red Bull Racing’s passion to exist at the forefront of technological innovation. Together, we look forward to building a more immersive and unique connection with the Team for fans around the world and to working with a like-minded partner that isn’t afraid to disrupt the status quo.”
Dr. Lin Han, the founder and CEO of Gate.io, said, “At Gate.io, we believe that innovation and performance go hand in hand—whether in blockchain or on the racetrack. Just as Oracle Red Bull Racing pushes the limits of engineering, we are continuously advancing blockchain technology to bring greater transparency, speed, and efficiency to digital finance. This partnership comes at a time when blockchain is moving beyond finance, and we’re excited to explore new ways it can intersect with global industries like motorsport.”
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