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The city's racetrack, dubbed as Corniche Circuit, is touted to be the fastest street circuit in the world with long straights, banked areas, and lengthy winding corners. Now, ahead of the big Formula 1 race, let us have a look at some interesting facts about the track.
Takeaways Why does this story matter?
The Corniche racing track in Jeddah marks Saudi Arabia's entry into the world of F1 racing. Its design, safety options, and the introduction of 5G technology make it a track to look out for. Construction of the circuit is underway at a steady pace by a team comprising 1,250 people and around 37,000 tonnes of total asphalt will be laid.
Length It is the world's second-longest track
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