Jeddah Corniche Circuit Short
Jeddah Corniche Circuit Short Notes:
The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is a 6.174 km street circuit located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, making its debut in 2021. The circuit was designed by Carsten Tilke, son of renowned circuit designer Hermann Tilke, and is situated along the scenic Red Sea coast. The circuit features 27 turns, making it the longest street track currently in use by Formula 1 and the third-longest circuit on the calendar behind only Spa-Francorchamps and Las Vegas. It is the fastest street circuit on which F1 has ever raced, with drivers averaging around 250 km/h, and due to high temperatures in Saudi Arabia, races are held at night.
The circuit was constructed in just over eight months with help from 3,000 workers from 50 different countries, requiring 37,000 tons of asphalt and 600,000 tons of cement. The inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix took place on December 5, 2021, as the penultimate race of the season featuring dramatic battles between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen in their championship fight, with Hamilton winning. The circuit is set to host the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix until at least 2027, after which there are plans to move the race to a new purpose-built facility in Qiddiya.
Short Notes:
The Short configuration at Jeddah Corniche Circuit delivers a compact layout variant at Saudi Arabia's Red Sea coastal street circuit, creating a shorter distance option compared to the 6.174-kilometer Grand Prix layout that serves Formula One. The Short configuration emphasizes rapid lap frequency serving regional events and driving experiences requiring accessible layouts. This variant provides entry-level option at Saudi Arabia's flagship street circuit.
Operating the Short configuration showcases Jeddah's versatility beyond Formula One hosting, serving Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 motorsport development with varied layout options. Red Sea coastal climate creates favorable conditions for the circuit's night race operations. The Short layout allows the facility to accommodate diverse skill levels, serving regional motorsport development alongside the championship-grade GP circuit at this spectacular seaside venue.
