The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is renowned for its high-speed layout and challenging corners at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. With 27 turns, the Formula 1® circuit has the most corners on the calendar.

With every race this season bringing unpredictability, excitement is building as F1® teams introduce new upgrades at each race, and the technology and aerodynamics battles begin.

While Lewis Hamilton has won a sprint race in China, he's undoubtedly been struggling in the car with qualifying. Although Lewis got driver of the day in Bahrain as he proved that the vehicle is capable of some very serious overtakes, he is struggling in the Ferrari. He is firmly in Charles Leclerc's shadow. After publicly apologising to the team, Lewis has made solemn pledges to score more points and deliver for his new team.

And let's bring us to McLaren. Could this be an epic race season in which Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri battle it out in the next 20 races?

At the risk of repeating myself, never write off Max Verstappen. When Oscar and Lando are in a battle, he's certainly there to capitalise on any mistakes or premature tyre wear from the two McLarens fighting each other.

Below is the Senate Grand Prix view of the race track for this coming weekend.

Turns 1–3: Opening Complex: A tight left-right-left sequence that demands precise braking and acceleration. Turn 1 is a heavy braking zone from high speed, leading into the flowing Turn 2 and Turn 3.​

Turns 4–12: This circuit section comprises fast, flowing corners that require excellent car balance and driver commitment.

Turn 13: Banked Hairpin: This unique 12-degree left-hand hairpin allows multiple racing lines.

Turns 14–20: Technical Section: A mix of medium-speed corners that test the car's aerodynamic grip and the driver's precision.

Turns 21–23: High-Speed Chicane: A fast left-right-left combination where maintaining momentum is key.

Turns 24–26: Final Sweepers are high-speed bends leading into the final corner. Drivers must balance speed and control to prepare for the last braking zone.

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Turn 27: Final Hairpin: A sharp left-hand hairpin leading to the main straight. It's a prime overtaking spot and crucial for a strong finish to the lap.​

Navigating the Jeddah Corniche Circuit requires a combination of speed, precision, and bravery. Could Mercedes click their first win as they become faster at each race, or could Ferrari break away from the sprint race win in China and have a heavy fuel load race pace?