The Bahrain Grand Prix is held annually since 2004, the race is held at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, Bahrain. Traditionally the race is the opening round of the FIA Formula One World Championship™. The Bahrain International Circuit is a 5.412-kilometer (3.363-mile) anti-clockwise circuit that was designed by Hermann Tilke. The circuit is a fan favourite with long straights and high speed corners. This not only makes it enjoyable for fans but challenging for the drivers.