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Jeddah Schools Close For Weekend of "Show-Stopping Entertainment" At Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

The city is preparing for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix this weekend.
Jeddah Schools Close For Weekend of "Show-Stopping Entertainment" At Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
Jeddah Schools Close For Weekend of "Show-Stopping Entertainment" At Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Jeddah is revving up to host the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, and schools in the city will be closed on Sunday, March 19th to accommodate the racing extravaganza.

The Jeddah Education Department announced the news on its official Twitter account, giving students and staff a much-needed break to enjoy the excitement of the F1 race on the Jeddah Circuit. But that's not all - the city will also be playing host to a three-day racing carnival, promising endless entertainment and adrenaline-pumping action for all who attend.

From Friday, March 17th until after the race itself on Sunday, March 19th, the Grand Prix will be taking over the city, making it a long weekend for everyone involved. So, gear up and get ready for the ultimate F1 experience in Jeddah!

Pupils along with staff members, will have the day off on Sunday, giving them plenty of time to explore the city and catch all the race-day action. With the massive F1 operation coming to the Jeddah Corniche, the city will undoubtedly be abuzz with excitement and energy.

According to Martin Whitaker, CEO of the Saudi Motorsport Company, this year's event promises to be even more spectacular than the last two. He said, 

"It will undoubtedly be another weekend of breath-taking racing and show-stopping entertainment for all fans in attendance. It has been incredibly satisfying to see the response from fans at home and abroad to our first two races, and it's clear that for F1's third outing on the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, expectations are high, and the team at SMC and SAMF are ready to again rise to the challenge."

The race weekend kicks off with the first two free practice sessions on Friday 17th March, followed by the third practice session and qualifying on Saturday 18th March, ahead of the race on Sunday 19th March.

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Lydia Mee
LYDIA MEE

Lydia is the lead editor of F1 editorial. After following the sport for several years, she was finally able to attend the British Grand Prix in person in 2017. Since then, she's been addicted to not only the racing, but the atmosphere the fans bring to each event. She's a strong advocate for women in motorsport and a more diverse industry. 

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