Jeddah Gears Up for the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship 2025
Jeddah, February 14, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship returns to Saudi Arabia this Friday for the seventh consecutive year, bringing high-speed action and cutting-edge electric racing to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. The much-anticipated Jeddah E-Prix 2025 will host Rounds 3 and 4 of Season 11, showcasing the world’s best drivers in an electrifying display of skill and innovation.
The event is organized by the Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) with the support of the Ministry of Sport, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s commitment to hosting world-class sporting events as part of its broader Vision 2030 initiative.
Elite Line-Up on the Track
The competition will see 22 drivers from 11 elite teams navigating the modified 3-kilometer circuit, each vying for crucial championship points. Among the standout names in this year’s grid are:
Andretti Formula E – Nico Müller (Switzerland) & Jake Dennis (UK)
DS Penske – Maximilian Günther (Germany) & Jean-Éric Vergne (France)
Envision Racing – Robin Frijns (Netherlands) & Sébastien Buemi (Switzerland)
Jaguar TCS Racing – Mitch Evans (New Zealand) & Nick Cassidy (New Zealand)
Cupra Kiro – David Beckmann (Germany) & Dan Ticktum (UK)
Lola Yamaha ABT Formula E Team – Zane Maloney (Barbados) & Lucas Di Grassi (Brazil)
Mahindra Racing – Nyck de Vries (Netherlands) & Edoardo Mortara (Switzerland)
Maserati MSG Racing – Jake Hughes (UK) & Stoffel Vandoorne (Belgium)
NEOM McLaren Formula E Team – Taylor Barnard (UK) & Sam Bird (UK)
Nissan Formula E Team – Oliver Rowland (UK) & Norman Nato (France)
TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team – Pascal Wehrlein (Germany) & António Félix Da Costa (Portugal)
Saudi Arabia’s Growing Role in Global Motorsports
With Formula E’s return, Saudi Arabia continues to establish itself as a major player in global motorsports. The kingdom has consistently demonstrated its ability to host premier international racing events, including the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Dakar Rally, and Extreme E Championship.
Minister of Sport and President of the Saudi Arabian Olympic and Paralympic Committee, Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al-Faisal, emphasized that Saudi Arabia’s ongoing investment in hosting such events reflects the unwavering support of the Saudi leadership in expanding the sports sector.
"Formula E’s presence in Saudi Arabia highlights the country’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in sports," said Prince Abdulaziz. "It also provides an opportunity for fans to witness cutting-edge technology in action while enjoying an exhilarating racing experience."
Formula E: A Future-Driven Motorsport
Formula E has gained international recognition as the first all-electric racing series, prioritizing sustainability and innovation while delivering high-speed entertainment. The Jeddah E-Prix 2025 is expected to attract thousands of motorsport fans and offer a spectacular weekend of racing, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s role as a global hub for major sporting events.
With two action-packed days ahead, anticipation is at an all-time high as the world’s top electric racing teams prepare to battle for supremacy on the streets of Jeddah.