🇸🇦 Jeddah Corniche Circuit – Track Facts
📍 Location
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
🏁 Event Details
- First Grand Prix: 2021
- 2025 Race Dates: April 18–20, 2025
- Race Number: 5th race of the 2025 season
- Title: Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025
- Sunday Race Laps: 50
- Total Race Distance: 308.45 km
- Circuit Length: 6.174 km
- Number of Turns: 27
- DRS Zones: 3 detection zones
- Sprint Weekend: No
⏱️ Lap Record
- 1:30.734 – Lewis Hamilton (2021)
🏆 Recent Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Winners
| Year | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing |
| 2023 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 2022 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
| 2021 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
✨ Notable Circuit Features
- Fastest street circuit in F1: Average speeds around 250 km/h, second only to Monza.
- Most corners on the calendar: 27 turns, many of them quick, sinuous bends along the Jeddah waterfront.
- Night race: The event takes place under floodlights, enhancing the spectacle.
- Scenic backdrop: Set against the stunning Red Sea coastline and Jeddah’s cityscape.
👥 Fan Guide
- Best Grandstand Views:
- Turn 13 Grandstand: Offers views of the banked corner, a unique feature of the circuit.
- Main Grandstand: Overlooks the start/finish line and pit lane, ideal for race start and pit stop action.
- What to Pack:
- Light, breathable clothing suitable for warm temperatures.
- Sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses to protect against the sun.
- Ear protection due to high noise levels.
- Travel Tips:
- Jeddah is accessible via King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED).
- Public transportation and ride-sharing services are available to reach the circuit.
- Be mindful of local customs and dress modestly in public areas.
