Formula 2 - Jeddah

The Jeddah F2 race takes place at the Jeddah Street Circuit, an impressive venue along Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastline. This Formula 2 event runs as a support race to the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, featuring both sprint and feature races with mandatory pit stops.

The Jeddah Street Circuit stretches 6.174 km, making it the second-longest track on the F2 calendar. With 27 turns, this circuit challenges drivers with its high-speed sections and limited run-off areas. The track layout offers three DRS zones and reaches average speeds of 250 km/h, earning its reputation as the fastest street circuit in motorsport.

Formula 2 teams competing at Jeddah include Rodin Motorsport, Campos Racing, DAMS Lucas Oil, MP Motorsport, ART Grand Prix, PREMA Racing, and Trident. Drivers like Richard Verschoor, Arvid Lindblad, and Kush Maini test their skills on this demanding circuit, all using the Dallara F2 2024 chassis with Pirelli tires.

The technical aspects of racing at Jeddah present unique challenges. Teams must balance downforce for slower corners with reduced drag for high-speed sections. The track surface causes significant tire wear, requiring smart management strategies. Hard braking zones lead to heavy fuel consumption, adding another layer of complexity.

Since its 2021 debut, the Jeddah Street Circuit has seen winners including Felipe Drugovich, Frederik Vesti, and Enzo Fittipaldi claim victory in F2 races. Built in just eight months, this night race under floodlights offers fans spectacular views as cars race beside the Red Sea.

The high-speed nature of the Jeddah F2 event creates exciting racing action with Turn 1 and Turn 27 providing prime overtaking spots. Safety cars appear frequently due to the challenging layout, adding unpredictable elements to each race. This F2 contest showcases the next generation of racing talent on one of motorsport's most demanding street circuits.