Yahoo News Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2024: Start time UK, grid positions, weather forecast, how to watch F1 on TV today
Max Verstappen will be on pole later today in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
However, the 2024 season is currently going down in the history books for what’s going on off the track rather than on it.
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Amid the ongoing revelations surrounding Red Bull boss Christian Horner, the conduct of FIA chairman Mohammed Ben Sulayem and allegations of race interference rumble on ahead of the race.
Once again, F1 will race on a Saturday due to the start of Ramadan and Verstappen already looks set to build on his early championship lead after qualifying fastest.
The Dutchman cruised to victory in Bahrain ahead of team-mate Sergio Perez, who won at Jeddah Corniche Circuit last year and will start the race this year third on the grid.
One driver who won’t be featuring is Carlos Sainz, who requires surgery for appendicitis and will be replaced in his Ferrari by British teenager Oliver Bearman. The 18-year-old qualified 11th, just missing out on a place in Q3.
When is the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix?
The Saudi Grand Prix takes place later today on Saturday, March 9, 2024. For fans in the UK, it is due to start at 5pm GMT.
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix grid positions
Alonso on the second row, Bearman starting from P11 in his first F1 race 💪
Expect the unexpected on the charge down to Turn 1 in Jeddah 🍿#F1 #SaudiArabianGP pic.twitter.com/kZTOdH8PID— Formula 1 (@F1) March 8, 2024
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weather forecast
Jeddah is set to be hot and dry for the race, with the temperature and the potential for some fairly strong winds the biggest threats to drivers.
How to watch the Saudi Grand Prix
TV channel: In the UK, the race will be broadcast live on on Sky Sports F1. Free highlights will air on Channel 4 at 9.30pm.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers able to watch on the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow latest updates from the race via Standard Sport’s live blog!
