Sergio Perez, who failed to make the cut for Q3 in Qatar, is “vital” to Red Bull’s hopes of championship success this year, says team principal Christian Horner.
2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix articles archive
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Alonso’s future plans key to Piastri’s hopes of F1 debut – Budkowski
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Posted onOscar Piastri’s extension of his F2 lead in Jeddah has only increased speculation about his future, despite Alpine already confirming him as their 2022 reserve driver
Jeddah track suits Red Bull car better than team expected – Horner
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Posted onRed Bull team principal Christian Horner says the team are encouraged by how close they are to rivals Mercedes after the opening day of practice for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
Hamilton concerned traffic situation is ‘getting to a danger zone’ in Jeddah
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Posted onFollowing a near-miss with a rival during practice, Lewis Hamilton said the new track which is holding this weekend’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is one of the riskiest Formula 1 visits for traffic.
Hamilton fastest again as Leclerc shunt ends second practice early
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Posted onLewis Hamilton was quickest again in second practice for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after a crash for Charles Leclerc ended the session early.
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Alpine junior Piastri extends F2 championship lead with Jeddah pole
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Posted onOscar Piastri has taken pole for Formula 2’s Jeddah feature race on Sunday, while Liam Lawson will start from pole for race one on Saturday.
Pirelli’s investigation into Qatar tyre failures indicates kerbs caused punctures
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Posted onPirelli has revealed the initial findings of its investigation into the punctures which four drivers suffered during the Qatar Grand Prix 12 days ago.
Hamilton pips Verstappen in orderly opening practice session at Jeddah
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Posted onLewis Hamilton topped the times during the first practice session at the new Jeddah Corniche Circuit for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix practice in pictures
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Posted onPictures from the first day of practice for the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix where drivers discovered the Jeddah Corniche Circuit.
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Bottas: “I wouldn’t be sitting on this seat” without Sir Frank Williams
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Posted onValtteri Bottas has paid tribute to Sir Frank Williams, crediting him as responsible for the Mercedes’ driver’s chance in Formula 1.
Hard to learn, surprisingly narrow, expect red flags: F1 drivers on new Jeddah track
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Posted onFormula 1 drivers likened the Jeddah Corniche Circuit to Silverstone and Macau after their first real-life look at the track they will race on this weekend.
Alpine thrive in Middle East heat as AlphaTauri endure “worst performance” of 2021
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Posted onThe battle between AlphaTauri and Alpine for fifth place in the constructors championship could be swung by the hot temperatures of the Middle East, where the final three races of the season are taking place.
Hamilton: Beating Verstappen for eighth title would be my most meaningful triumph
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Posted onLewis Hamilton says clinching an eighth world championship this year would be his most meaningful achievement yet as he fights to overhaul Max Verstappen’s lead in the final two races.
Raikkonen ‘happy F1 career is soon over’ ahead of final races
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Posted onAhead of the final two races in his long time in F1, Kimi Raikkonen said that he saw no need to get emotional about leaving.
Vettel ran all-women karting event in Saudi Arabia ahead of country’s first F1 race
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Posted onSebastian Vettel organised an all-female karting event in Saudi Arabia to encourage local women into motorsport, ahead of Formula 1’s race in Jeddah.
FIA officially approves Jeddah track for F1 ahead of inaugural race weekend
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Posted onThe Jeddah Corniche Circuit hosting the inaugural Saudi Arabian GP this weekend has been given the FIA Grade 1 homologation needed to host Formula 1.
F1’s close title fight “good for the sport”, Verstappen and Hamilton agree
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Posted onMax Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton say their enthralling season-long battle for the world championship has been a positive for the sport’s popularity.
Hamilton criticises Saudi Arabia’s “terrifying” LGBTQ+ laws and stance on women’s rights
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Posted onLewis Hamilton described Saudi Arabia’s LGBTQ+ laws as “terrifying” and raised concerns over women’s rights in the country, which is holding its first Formula 1 race this weekend.