The 2025 Formula 1 season continues with the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in Jeddah, marking the first triple-header of the year.
After a dominant win in Bahrain, Oscar Piastri is closely trailing Lando Norris in the championship standings, with Max Verstappen also within striking distance. George Russell`s strong second-place finish in Bahrain further tightens the competition at the top of the Drivers` Championship.
McLaren holds a significant lead in the Constructors` Championship over Mercedes and is expected to perform strongly again at the challenging Jeddah Corniche Circuit. Ferrari aims to build on their improved performance from Bahrain, with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc seeking their first podium finishes of the season.
Jeddah Corniche Circuit
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, introduced to the F1 calendar in 2021, is known for being a demanding track due to its high-speed sections bordered by walls. It requires drivers to push their limits, risking crashes for speed.
Lewis Hamilton won the first race in 2021, but Red Bull has since dominated, winning the following three races.
Weather Forecast in Jeddah
Similar to Bahrain, expect hot and dry conditions throughout the race weekend in Jeddah. Even during the evening sessions, temperatures are predicted to remain around 30°C.
Saudi Arabian GP Schedule (UK Time)
Thursday, April 17
- 4pm: Drivers` Press Conference
Friday, April 18
- 10.50am: F2 Practice
- 12pm: F1 Academy Practice
- 2pm: Saudi Arabian GP Practice One (session starts at 2.30pm)
- 3.55pm: F2 Qualifying
- 4.40pm: Team Bosses` Press Conference
- 5.45pm: Saudi Arabian GP Practice Two (session starts at 6pm)
- 7.25pm: F1 Academy Qualifying
- 8.10pm: The F1 Show
Saturday, April 19
- 1.15pm: F1 Academy Race 1
- 2.05pm: Saudi Arabian GP Practice Three (session starts at 2.30pm)*
- 4.10pm: F2 Sprint
- 5.10pm: Saudi Arabian GP Qualifying build-up
- 6pm: SAUDI ARABIAN GP QUALIFYING
Sunday, April 20
- 1pm: F1 Academy Race 2
- 2.20pm: F2 Feature Race
- 4.30pm: Saudi Arabian GP build-up: Grand Prix Sunday
- 6pm: THE SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX*
- 8pm: Saudi Arabian GP reaction: Chequered flag
*Also live on Sky Sports Main Event
Marcus Prine