The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is one of the fastest street tracks in Formula 1. With its flowing high-speed corners, narrow walls, and long straights, it demands full focus and precision from the drivers. Mistakes are costly here, and overtaking at 300 km/h between concrete barriers can be really tricky.

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix takes place under the lights, but even in the evening, the weather is expected to be very hot. Combined with the high speeds and long stints, it will be a physical challenge for both drivers and cars. Luckily for the teams, the smoother track surface means tyre wear shouldn’t be as much of a concern as it was in Bahrain.

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All eyes will be on McLaren again. Oscar Piastri has been in great form, winning in Bahrain and getting very close to the top of the championship standings, just three points behind teammate Lando Norris. While Piastri seems to be getting the best out of the car, Norris is still trying to understand why he’s not fully comfortable behind the wheel. Last year in Jeddah, Piastri beat Norris both in qualifying and in the race, so this could be another chance for the Aussie to take the lead in the championship.

Red Bull, on the other hand, are facing a tough time. After a strong start in Japan, Bahrain was a disaster. Verstappen finished only sixth and called it a weekend where “everything went wrong.” Problems with car balance, pit stops, and tyre wear made them look more like a midfield team than title contenders. Jeddah might suit them better, thanks to its smoother surface and high-speed corners, but the team still has a lot to prove.

Mercedes and George Russell are also quietly staying in the mix. Russell has been consistent, scoring podiums and keeping close to the McLarens in the standings. If Red Bull continues to struggle, Russell might become the top challenger from outside the McLaren camp.

Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton is learning fast in his new Ferrari. He says Bahrain helped him understand the car better, and now he’ll look to build on that in Saudi Arabia.

Further down the grid, Haas are surprisingly leading the midfield battle. After a rough start in Australia, they’ve bounced back with strong performances and sit fifth in the constructors’ standings. But with teams like Alpine, Williams, and Sauber close behind, the fight for points is tighter than ever.