Manama:His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, received a cable of congratulations from His Highness Shaikh Faisal bin Rashid bin Isa Al Khalifa. Shaikh Faisal is the Vice President of the Supreme Council for Environment, Deputy Chairman of the Rashid Equestrian and Horseracing Club's High Committee, and a Member of the Supreme Council for Youth and Sports.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the congratulations were extended following the success of the 2026 Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. This event marked the 22nd edition and was hosted by Malaysia, under the auspices of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and His Majesty Sultan Ibrahim ibni Almarhum Sultan Iskandar, Yang di-Pertuan Agong of Malaysia.