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SAUSTC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2025 F1PTS - Race Event Standings

Saudi Arabia GP 2025-04-20

Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Jeddah

Rank
Driver
QUAL
RACE
FL
PTS
1
Piastri
2
11.40
1
85.00

-
96.40
2
Verstappen
1
12.00
2
80.75

-
92.75
3
Leclerc
4
10.20
3
76.50

-
86.70
4
Norris
10
6.60
4
72.25
FL
3.00
81.85
5
Russell
3
10.80
5
68.00

-
78.80
6
Antonelli
5
9.60
6
63.75

-
73.35
7
Hamilton
7
8.40
7
59.50

-
67.90
8
Sainz
6
9.00
8
55.25

-
64.25
9
Albon
11
6.00
9
51.00

-
57.00
10
Hadjar
14
4.20
10
46.75

-
50.95
11
Alonso
13
4.80
11
42.50

-
47.30
12
Lawson
12
5.40
12
38.25

-
43.65
13
Bearman
15
3.60
13
34.00

-
37.60
14
Ocon
19
1.20
14
29.75

-
30.95
15
Hulkenberg
18
1.80
15
25.50

-
27.30
16
Stroll
16
3.00
16
21.25

-
24.25
17
Doohan
17
2.40
17
17.00

-
19.40
18
Tsunoda
8
7.80
19
8.50

-
16.30
19
Bortoleto
20
0.60
18
12.75

-
13.35
20
Gasly
9
7.20
20
4.25

-
11.45

Track info

Jeddah Corniche Circuit - Technical Data

General Circuit Information

  • Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
  • Circuit Type: Temporary street circuit
  • Direction: Counter-clockwise
  • FIA Grade: 1 (suitable for Formula 1 racing)
  • Current Contract: Hosts the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix until at least 2030

Track Dimensions

  • Length: 6.174 km (3.836 miles)
  • Race Distance: 308.450 km (191.663 miles) over 50 laps
  • Number of Corners: 27 (11 right-hand, 16 left-hand)
  • Track Width: Varies; typically 10-15m, wider at key overtaking zones

Layout Features

  • DRS Zones: 3
    • Zone 1: Between Turn 20 and Turn 22
    • Zone 2: Between Turn 25 and Turn 27
    • Zone 3: Start-finish straight (after Turn 27)
  • Longest Straight: 1.2 km (0.746 miles) along the start-finish straight, speeds over 330 km/h with DRS
  • Elevation Change: Minimal; approximately 2m, mostly flat coastal layout

Sectors

  • Sector 1: High-speed corners (Turns 1-12), flowing and narrow
  • Sector 2: Medium-speed corners (Turns 13-21), technical section
  • Sector 3: Fast straights and final corners (Turns 22-27), overtaking zones

Lap Records

Type Time Driver Team Year
Race Lap Record 1:30.734 Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 2021
Qualifying Lap Record 1:27.511 Lewis Hamilton Mercedes 2021

Note: Records from 2021 remain; 2025 season data (e.g., March race) not yet finalized as of April 4, 2025.

Technical Characteristics

  • Surface: Smooth asphalt; resurfaced in 2023, evolves during weekend
  • Downforce Level: Low to medium; prioritizes straight-line speed
  • Tyre Compounds (2025): Pirelli C2 (hard), C3 (medium), C4 (soft)
  • Average Speed: ~250 km/h (highest among F1 tracks due to fast layout)

Corner Details

Turn Description
1 Fast left-hander, tight entry
2-3 High-speed right-left esses
4-9 Flowing high-speed sequence, left-right-left-right-left-right
10-12 Medium-speed left-right-left, narrow section
13 Slow left-hander, heavy braking
14-15 Medium-speed right-left combo
16-19 High-speed left-right-left-right, banked corners
20-21 Fast right-left, DRS zone entry
22 Medium-speed left-hander, overtaking spot
23-25 High-speed right-left-right, flowing section
26 Slow left-hander, tight apex
27 Fast left-hander onto pit straight

Additional Notes

  • Pit Lane: Entry after Turn 27; time loss ~18-20 seconds
  • Safety Features: Concrete barriers, limited run-off due to street layout
  • Challenges: High-speed, narrow track; night race; wall proximity increases risk

About Saudi Arabia GP

The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix


The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is one of the newest and most exciting additions to the Formula 1 calendar. The race is held at the Jeddah Street Circuit, located along the Red Sea in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The event made its debut in 2021 as a night race, quickly earning a reputation for its high-speed, challenging layout and dramatic moments.


The Jeddah Street Circuit is a 6.174 km (3.836 miles) long track, featuring 27 turns. It is one of the fastest street circuits on the F1 calendar, with long straights and sweeping corners that allow drivers to reach top speeds of over 300 km/h (186 mph). The layout is narrow and challenging, with little room for error, which often leads to thrilling wheel-to-wheel racing and high drama. The city’s coastline provides a spectacular backdrop for the race, and the street lights illuminate the track beautifully, creating a visually stunning atmosphere.


In its short history, the Saudi Arabian GP has already produced some memorable moments. The 2021 race was a thrilling and highly competitive contest, with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen fighting for the title in a dramatic finish. The race saw multiple safety car periods, a red flag, and several changes in the lead, making it one of the most intense races of the season. Max Verstappen secured victory in 2022, further cementing the race’s status as a highly unpredictable and exciting event on the calendar.


The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is significant not only for its challenging and exciting nature but also because of the country’s growing interest in motorsport. Saudi Arabia has invested heavily in its sports infrastructure, including the construction of the Jeddah Street Circuit, as part of a broader effort to showcase itself as a global hub for entertainment and sporting events. The Saudi Arabian GP also highlights the country's vision to diversify its economy and increase tourism through the Saudi Vision 2030 initiative.


As a night race, the Saudi Arabian GP offers an exciting and unique spectacle, with the track’s layout and coastal setting making it a fan favorite. It has become a key event in the F1 calendar, with high-speed racing, dramatic battles, and a growing presence in global motorsport. The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix promises to continue delivering thrilling action in the seasons to come.