Sat Apr 19 18:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Verstappen Eyes Repeat Victory as Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Gears Up

**JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA** – The high-octane action of Formula 1 returns to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit this weekend for the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Reigning champion Max Verstappen will be looking to defend his title after a dominant performance last year, where he beat Charles Leclerc and Sergio Pérez to the top spot.

Fans can watch all the excitement unfold on ESPN, with practice sessions airing on ESPN2 and ESPNU, and qualifying broadcast on ESPNNews and ESPN+. A full schedule is available, including practice sessions at 9:25 AM and 12:55 PM, and qualifying at 12:55 PM (all times local). ESPN’s F1 streaming hub offers comprehensive coverage.

This race marks just one stop on an exhilarating 2025 F1 calendar, with upcoming races scheduled in Italy, Great Britain, the Netherlands, Azerbaijan, the United States, and the season finale in Abu Dhabi. For complete race schedules, news, standings, and the “Unlapped” podcast, visit ESPN’s dedicated Formula 1 page.

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