Saudi Arabia Grand Prix

Join us at The Celtic on Market for the pre-race starting at 10:30am with lights out at 11:00am. There will be food and beverages (adult beverages too) available the entire time.

Because of the group size and staffing needs, we request that everyone adhere to the “two-drink minimum.” That being said, ordering food counts, so even if you’re not a drinker, it shouldn’t be hard to find something. Basically, just get anything besides water, and the Celtic will continue to welcome us with open arms.

If you’re new and/or coming solo and would like to meet some folks, private message us ahead of time for a spot in the “Organizers’ VIP Paddock” (limited seating, so ask early!).

## Jeddah

## When was the track built?

The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is, you won’t be surprised to hear, a temporary street circuit (albeit adorned with some permanent sections), located on the Corniche – a 30km coastal resort area of the ancient Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah. Designed by the Tilke company, in conjunction with Formula 1’s own Motorsports team – who used Google Earth for their initial investigations into potential layouts – the aim was a fast, sweeping circuit that really challenges the drivers.

## When was its first Grand Prix?

The inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix took place in 2021, the race joining its Middle Eastern counterparts in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi – while like those races, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix also takes place under floodlights.

## What’s the circuit like?

Fast. Very fast. Average speeds around the Jeddah Corniche Circuit are around 250km/h – quicker than those at Silverstone, and second on the calendar only to Monza – aka ‘The Temple of Speed’. It is, quite simply, the fastest street circuit ever seen in Formula 1 – while the track also features the most corners on the calendar with 27, many of them quick, sinuous bends as the drivers wend their way along the Jeddah waterfront.

## Why go?

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix provides a sun-soaked festival of Formula 1, located on an idyllic stretch of the Kingdom’s coastline. The on-track action is stunning, as the drivers get to grips with this rapid street track, while Jeddah itself comes alive as the city revels in hosting the F1 circus.

## Where is the best place to watch?

The average speeds around the Jeddah Corniche Circuit are such that any grandstand provides a spectacular viewing location. Nonetheless, the gladiatorial splendour of the grandstand surrounding the banked Turn 13 corner makes for a very special spot for F1 fans.