Motorsport maniacs have three chances to see the F1 stars in their stunning cars on United States’ soil this year: Miami Grand Prix (May 4), United States Grand Prix (October 19), and Las Vegas Grand Prix (November 22). However, we are getting ahead of ourselves, as first things first, or next up, we head to Jeddah for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix this Sunday (April 20). The lights go green at 1 pm ET. It’s the fifth grand prix of an action-packed 24-race season that goes all the way through until December and the curtain-closer in Abu Dhabi.
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix may be one of the newest additions to the F1 schedule, with the inaugural edition taking place just four years ago, but it’s already established itself as one of the most anticipated races in the calendar. It’s the fastest street circuit raced on during the year, with the cars averaging around 250 km/h (160 mph), and is a favourite of both drivers and fans.
Although there have only been four previous Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing has proved to be a dominant force in Jeddah. Their drivers have claimed honours in each of the last three editions, with Max Verstappen securing wins in both 2022 and 2024 and Sergio Perez topping the podium in 2023. Lewis Hamilton won for Mercedes in the inaugural race in 2021. A good spot on the grid has been a key factor in previous editions, with all four winners of the race having started from pole position.
Getty ImagesBeing fastest in qualifying and grabbing the front spot on the grid has proved to be a vitally important factor during this current F1 season, too. Each of the four race winners in 2025 has started from pole position so far. Oliver Piastri is the latest of those, as he produced the most dominant race performance of the season to date when cruising to victory in Bahrain by over 15 seconds, to back up his Chinese success from last month.
It's all set up to be a fascinating F1 season that you won’t be able to take your eyes off, with just 8pts separating the three drivers who have finished on top of the podium so far this season. Lando Norris currently leads the way from his McLaren teammate Piastri, with the four-time F1 king and defending champion, Max Verstappen, breathing down their necks in third. Even George Russell in fourth is just 14 points off the top spot following a bright start to the season, which has seen him record three podium finishes.
It’s shaping up to be a spectacular weekend of action at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, but how can you ensure that you see every minute of action on the track? Below, GOAL guides you through how to watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025, including practice, qualification, and the race itself.
How to watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025
Getty ImagesThe Saudi Grand Prix will air live on Sunday, April 20, at 1 pm ET on ESPN. ESPN is the home of F1 once again this season, with all 24 races airing on either ESPN or ESPN2. ESPN's F1 coverage also includes a dedicated site that reports on the championship all year, with reporters on-site at every race. ESPN's F1 reporters also contribute to the video podcast program ‘Unlapped’, which appears year-round on the ESPN YouTube channel. Spanish-language broadcasts appear primarily on ESPN Deportes, while ESPNews and ESPNU carry extra F1 programming, including some qualifying and practice sessions.
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will also be streamed live on ESPN+. An ESPN+ subscription grants you access to exclusiveESPN+content, including live events, fantasy sports tools, and premium ESPN+ articles. You can stream ESPN+ through an app on your smart TV, phone, tablet, computer, and ESPN.com. The stand-alone streaming service is a must-have accessory for F1 fanatics. An ESPN+ subscription costs $11.99 a month (or $119.99 a year). You can also stream certain simulcasts and F2 races via ESPN+.
Fubo also offers a top-quality streaming service with access to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and a whole world of sports. Fubo subscription plans start from $84.99 per month as part of a rolling contract. Fubo offers a free 7-day trial to new subscribers. With over 200 channels, no contract, no hidden fees, and the option to cancel anytime, Fubo is a no-brainer for F1 and general sports fans.
Where is the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 held?
Getty ImagesThe Jeddah Corniche Circuit is a temporary street circuit located on the Corniche, a 30km coastal resort area of the ancient Saudi Arabian city of Jeddah. Hosting its inaugural event in 2021, the world-class motorsport track was constructed in a record time of just seven months. The track measures 6.176 km and is the fastest street circuit on the current F1 calendar. It’s the third longest of all the current F1 tracks, behind Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium and our own beloved Las Vegas Strip Circuit. The Corniche Circuit’s large number of high-speed corners makes it a favourite of both drivers and fans.
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 Weekend Schedule
The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 runs over the full weekend, from Friday, April 18, through Sunday, April 20. Practice, qualifying, and the race itself are spread out over three days. Below, you can find the timings for each practice session, qualifying, and the Grand Prix, as well as which channel to watch them on:
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Date |
Phase |
Time (ET) |
Channel |
Stream |
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Friday, April 18 |
Practice 1 |
9:30 am |
ESPNU | |
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Practice 2 |
1 pm |
ESPNU | ||
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Saturday, April 19 |
Practice 3 |
9:30 am |
ESPN2 | |
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Qualifying |
1 pm |
ESPNEWS | ||
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Sunday, April 20 |
Grand Prix |
1 pm |
ESPN2 |
Can I watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 on F1 TV?
Getty ImagesAn F1 TV Pro subscription lets you stream every F1 race live, plus all the practices, qualifying races, and pre-race shows. It also gives you access to over 650 archived races for nostalgic viewing. While F1 TV offers two plans (F1 TV Access and F1 TV Pro), you’ll want F1 TV Pro to get all the live content. The plan costs $10.99 per month or $84.99 per year. Additional perks include onboard camera views, live tracking data, and team radio feed,s and you can switch between channels for different race action and commentary in other languages. The F1 TV app is available on popular streaming devices like Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, Chromecast with Google TV, and Roku, as well as Android and iOS mobile devices.
Can I watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 on demand?
Getty ImagesIf you have an ESPN or F1 TV subscription, you can watch a re-run of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on demand after the race has finished through the channel's digital and online options. For mobile devices and personal tablets, the ESPN app will allow viewers to watch back the race in full, allowing fans to revisit the event in total or bite-sized highlights packages. Likewise, the F1 TV service allows subscribers to enjoy full replays of every race during the 2025 Formula One season.
How to watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2025 from anywhere with a VPN
Getty ImagesYou may need a different way to watch the race if you cannot view the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix locally. That's where using a VPN can come in handy. A VPN is also the best way to stop your ISP from throttling your speeds on race day by encrypting your traffic, and it's also a great idea if you're traveling and find yourself connected to a Wi-Fi network. You want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins. With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet, or laptop to get access to Grand Prix.
We highly recommend using NordVPN, but you can also check out our detailed VPN guide for other options.
