Since its debut in 2021, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has quickly become one of the most dramatic and visually striking events on the Formula One calendar. Held under the floodlights at the sweeping Jeddah Corniche Circuit, the race combines breathtaking speed with the unforgiving nature of a street track. In just a handful of editions, it has already produced championship-defining moments.
What To Know?
- Max Verstappen is the most successful driver in Saudi Arabia – With two victories in 2022 and 2024, Max Verstappen is the only multiple winner of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix so far.
- Red Bull is the most dominant team at Jeddah – Red Bull Racing has won three of the first five editions, including back-to-back victories in 2023 and 2024.
- Every race has been held at one venue – All editions to date have taken place at the ultra-fast Jeddah Corniche Circuit, one of the quickest street circuits in Formula One.
- The inaugural race played a role in a title decider – Lewis Hamilton’s 2021 victory drew him level on points with Verstappen heading into the dramatic season finale, making Saudi Arabia immediately relevant in championship history.
List of Every Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Winner
| Year | Circuit | Driver | Constructor | Start Pos. | Win margin | Race time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jeddah | – | – | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Jeddah | Oscar Piastri | McLaren-Mercedes | 2 | 2.843s | 1hr 21m 06.758s |
| 2024 | Jeddah | Max Verstappen | Red Bull-Honda RBPT | 1 | 13.643s | 1hr 20m 43.273s |
| 2023 | Jeddah | Sergio Perez | Red Bull-Honda RBPT | 1 | 5.355s | 1hr 21m 14.894s |
| 2022 | Jeddah | Max Verstappen | Red Bull-RBPT | 4 | 0.549s | 1hr 24m 19.293s |
| 2021 | Jeddah | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 1 | 11.825s | 2hr 06m 15.118s |
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Winner: 2021 to Today
The inaugural Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in 2021 was nothing short of explosive. Hosted at the ultra-fast Jeddah Corniche Circuit, the race immediately earned a reputation for chaos and controversy.
Lewis Hamilton secured victory for Mercedes after a tense and controversial battle with title rival Max Verstappen. Multiple red flags, safety cars, and wheel-to-wheel clashes defined the night. A particularly contentious incident between Hamilton and Verstappen intensified their championship duel.
Hamilton’s win drew him level on points in the 2021 championship fight, setting up the dramatic season finale in Abu Dhabi. It was a landmark victory in what would become one of the most fiercely contested title battles in F1 history.
In 2022, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix moved to an early-season slot and delivered a thrilling strategic duel. Max Verstappen, driving for Red Bull Racing, fought a gripping battle with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
The pair exchanged the lead several times in a tactical DRS chess match along Jeddah’s high-speed straights. Verstappen ultimately prevailed by just over half a second, one of the closest finishes in the circuit’s short history.
The victory was important for Red Bull’s title defence campaign and confirmed that the new ground-effect regulations had not dulled the intensity of wheel-to-wheel racing.
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The 2023 edition showcased Red Bull’s growing dominance in the ground-effect era. Sergio Pérez converted pole position into a controlled and confident victory.
Although Verstappen recovered from a difficult qualifying session to climb through the field, Perez maintained composure at the front. The RB19’s straight-line speed and tyre management proved decisive on the rapid Jeddah layout.
By 2024, Max Verstappen had turned Jeddah into another showcase of his dominance. Starting from pole, he controlled the race from the outset, gradually building a commanding lead.
The high-speed nature of the circuit suited Red Bull’s aerodynamic efficiency, and Verstappen delivered a measured performance that left little room for challenge. The victory further underlined his authority in the hybrid era and extended his remarkable run of form.
With two wins in Saudi Arabia by this stage, Verstappen became the event’s most successful driver to date.
The 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix marked a new chapter. Oscar Piastri claimed victory for McLaren, signalling a shift in competitive momentum.
Starting from second on the grid, Piastri combined strategic precision with assertive overtaking to secure his win. The triumph highlighted McLaren’s resurgence and confirmed Piastri’s status as one of the sport’s leading talents.
A Young Race with Lasting Impact
In only a few seasons, the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has already delivered championship drama, strategic masterclasses, and breakthrough victories. The speed of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, combined with the intensity of night racing, has made it one of the most distinctive additions to modern Formula One.
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