Jeddah, November 10, 2024 — Motorsport fans worldwide are set for an exhilarating weekend as Jeddah welcomes the inaugural SAL Jeddah GT Race on November 29 and 30, showcasing two renowned series: the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe and the GT4 European Series. These races will take place at the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit, globally recognized as the world’s fastest street circuit. This high-profile event promises an action-packed experience for motorsport enthusiasts in Saudi Arabia and across the globe.
A major highlight of the event is the GT3 race, which will make history as the longest-ever race held in Saudi motorsport. Covering a grueling 1,000 kilometers, this six-hour race will push drivers and cars to their limits as they navigate the high-speed turns of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. With 55 elite cars registered to compete, this GT3 race ranks as the second-longest competition in the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe calendar, following only the iconic CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa.
In addition to the GT3 race, the weekend will feature a highly anticipated GT4 European Series race. This shorter but intense contest will see 50 cars competing over a distance of 250 kilometers, showcasing the precision and endurance required in this competitive category.
The SAL Jeddah GT Race will bring together many of the world’s most prestigious racing teams and elite drivers, as top manufacturers—Porsche, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Mercedes-AMG, BMW M Sport, Audi Sport, and Ford—compete for supremacy. This impressive roster guarantees a diverse lineup of high-performance cars that will captivate fans and add to the allure of the races.
Announced last summer during the annual press conference held at the CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa, the SAL Jeddah GT Race has generated tremendous excitement within the global motorsport community. As a new addition to this year’s racing calendar, it reflects Saudi Arabia's ongoing commitment to becoming a premier destination for international motorsport events. With its debut on the horizon, the SAL Jeddah GT Race is set to elevate Jeddah’s status on the world motorsport stage and deliver an unforgettable experience for fans of high-speed racing.