F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix: Here’s When, Where and How to Watch 2024 Formula 1 Race in India

Many are hoping for a more intense clash at this weekend's 2024 Formula One race in Saudi Arabia. Overshadowing the on-track excitement was Max Verstappen's supremacy in his Red Bull, which led to the maiden race in Bahrain falling short of expectations. However, off-track events took front stage, with Max's father Jos demanding Christian Horner's dismissal as team principal—just the latest in a long line of scandals that have plagued the sport this year.

As the 2024 Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix approaches, attention appears to be turning away from the on-track action and towards the off-track political drama. As a deliberate effort to accommodate Ramadan, which begins on March 10th, the race near Jeddah's concrete jungle will adhere to a timetable identical to the Bahrain opener. With this change, the Bahrain Grand Prix moved to a Thursday start and returned to a Saturday night race. The forthcoming Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is expected to continue this unconventional schedule style, just like its predecessor.

F1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix: Official Schedule 

Thursday, March 07

Saudi Arabian GP FP1 - 07:00 pm - 08:00 am

Saudi Arabian GP FP2 - 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Friday, March 08

Saudi Arabian GP FP3 - 07:00 pm - 08:00 pm 

Saudi Arabian GP Qualifying- 10:30 pm - 11:30 pm

Saturday, March 09

Saudi Arabian GP Race - 10:30 pm

F1 Saudi Arabian Prix 2023: Where to Watch in India

Spectators in India can watch every single Formula One race on services like F1TV Pro and FanCode. There are a variety of packages available from FanCode to meet the needs of different customers. A race weekend pass good for all sessions of one round is available to fans for only Rs 49. If you're looking for a more all-encompassing solution, you can get a complete season of material for Rs 599. The FanCode website and iOS and Android mobile applications provide subscribers with live race coverage.

Although F1TV is still available in India for a higher monthly price (about Rs 2,500), the premium plan offers further benefits. Live timing data, pre and post-race analysis from Formula 1, access to onboard cameras for every driver, and a wealth of historical material are all available to subscribers.

F1 Saudi Arabian Prix 2023: About Jeddah Corniche Circuit

The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is a temporary street circuit that has been improved with certain permanent sections. It is situated on the Corniche, a 30km seaside resort region in the historic city of Jeddah. From its debut in 2021 to its current status as a major Middle Eastern institution, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has gone a long way. Notably, all of these races, including the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, take place under the hypnotic light of floodlights.

Typical speeds on the Jeddah Corniche Circuit reach well over 250 km/h, earning it a reputation as a very fast track. The layout of the track guarantees that spectators will have an unforgettable fast race. 

Drivers will navigate a total of 50 laps, covering a race distance of 308.45km during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix race day.