Qiddiya: Saudi Arabia's Future F1 Circuit Explained
Quick answer: Qiddiya is a giant entertainment city being built near Riyadh, and its Speed Park circuit is planned as the future home of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Designed by former F1 driver Alex Wurz with Hermann Tilke, it features the Blade, a corner raised around 70 metres above the ground. F1 is expected to move there from Jeddah once the track is ready, with 2028 the target reported in 2026.
Key facts
| Location | Qiddiya City, near Riyadh |
| Designers | Alex Wurz and Hermann Tilke |
| Signature feature | The Blade, an elevated first corner about 70 metres high |
| Expected F1 debut | Targeted for 2028, subject to construction |
| Current Saudi venue | Jeddah Corniche Circuit |
The Blade
The headline feature is the Blade, a corner that climbs high above the ground, about the height of a 20 storey building. The track is designed to use the natural hills of the Tuwaiq escarpment, so it will have far more elevation change than most modern circuits.
What happens to Jeddah
The Jeddah Corniche Circuit has hosted the race since 2021. The 2026 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was cancelled, and the race returns on 19 to 21 March 2027. Jeddah is expected to keep the race until Qiddiya is ready. Read about the Saudi race's history in Saudi Arabia rewrites F1 history and the wider plan in Saudi Arabia's long term F1 plan.
Saudi race merch
Because the 2026 race did not take place, items made for it have become unusual collectibles. The Pirelli Saudi Arabian GP 2026 podium cap was made for a podium that never happened. Browse the 2026 Saudi Arabian GP special editions and the Aston Martin Saudi collection.
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FAQ
Where is the Qiddiya circuit?
In Qiddiya City, a new entertainment destination being built near Riyadh.
When will F1 race at Qiddiya?
The target reported in 2026 is 2028, depending on construction. Until then the Saudi Arabian GP stays in Jeddah.
What is the Blade at Qiddiya?
An elevated corner about 70 metres above the ground, the signature feature of the new track.
