Bahrain

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[ bah-reyn, -rahyn, buh- ]

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noun

a sheikdom in the Persian Gulf, consisting of a group of islands: formerly a British protectorate; declared independent 1971. 232 sq. mi. (601 sq. km). : Manama.
the largest island in this group, and the site of most of the country's oil fields. 213 sq. mi. (552 sq. km).

Bahrain

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noun

an independent sheikhdom on the Persian Gulf, consisting of several islands: under British protection until the declaration of independence in 1971. It has large oil reserves. Language: Arabic. Religion: Muslim. Currency: dinar. Capital: Manama. Pop: 1 281 332 (2013 est). Area: 678 sq km (262 sq miles)

Bahrain

Island kingdom in the Persian Gulf off the coasts of Saudi Arabia and Qatar .

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Notes

Revenues from oil reserves, first discovered in 1931, have funded some of the most progressive programs in the Arabian nations.

British protectorate from 1820 to 1971.

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The second is the performance of Hamilton, which could turn into a major distraction if the seven-time champion cannot improve after three dismal races in Japan, Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

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The Bahrain meeting also kicked into the long grass a proposal to change the engine formula before 2030, although discussions will continue on this idea.

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He is seventh in the drivers' championship with his best result in a full grand prix this season his fifth place in Bahrain a week ago.

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"If Oscar gets into the lead, you'll probably see a repeat of Bahrain. If we stay in the order we qualified, I think it could be a tight race until the pit stops."

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The Australian, 24, won in China and Bahrain, and is much happier with the McLaren.

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