Saudi Arabia has released computer-generated images of its planned new racing circuit in the forthcoming mega entertainment project Qiddiya, which will feature a 20-story-high elevated first corner and a swimming pool overlooking a section of track, according to reports.
Since joining the F1 calendar in 2021, Saudi Arabia has hosted its grand prix on a street circuit in Jeddah, with the fourth running of the race set to take place this weekend on the Red Sea city.
According to ESPN, The Qiddiya circuit, which is part of a wider construction project 30 miles from the capital city of Riyadh, is not due to be ready “until 2027 at the earliest.”
But recent photographic images available on social media show a project that is progressing rapidly ahead at the entertainment destination.
Qiddiya is expected to replace Jeddah on the F1 calendar, although the chairman of the Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation, Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al Faisal, “made clear last year that Saudi Arabia is willing to host two races per season if an agreement can be reached with F1,” ESPN reports.
F1 races kick off tomorrow in Jeddah and will include a Saturday race.
