The second edition of the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will go ahead as planned, despite security concerns following an attack on an oil facility close to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Friday. On Saturday, qualifying stole all of the lights.
Early on Saturday, ahead of the third free practice session, the FIA and Formula 1 released a statement asserting that “following discussions with all the teams and drivers, the 2022 FIA Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will continue as scheduled.”
“Following the widely reported incident that took place in Jeddah on Friday, there has been extensive discussion between stakeholders, the Saudi government authorities, and security agencies who have given full and detailed assurances that the event is secure.”
On Saturday, final practice and qualifying resumed, back to on-track action.
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