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Rounds 3 and 4 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship will take place at the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February. (Supplied)
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Rounds 3 and 4 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship will take place at the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February. (Supplied)
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Updated 12 February 2025
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Jeddah all set for rounds 3 and 4 of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship

  • ABB FIA Formula E World Championship’s 11th season began with a thrilling opener in Brazil, followed by the 2nd round in Mexico on January 11
  • Double-header race will showcase the inclusion of Pit Boost for the first time - cars will receive a 10 percent energy increase (3.85kWh) from a quick, 30-second 600kW re-charge in the pitlane
Updated 12 February 2025
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JEDDAH: The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is primed for its first double-header of the season in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Rounds 3 and 4 will take place at the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit on Friday 14 and Saturday 15 February.

Since 2018, the E-Prix, was hosted for six successful seasons in Diriyah, this year it has been shifted to the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, renowned as the fastest street circuit in the world.

This two-day event, the third in the 17-race Formula E season, represents the seventh time Saudi Arabia has hosted a Formula E World Championship race, which includes 11 global locations.

The 11th season began with a thrilling opener in Brazil, followed by the 2nd round in Mexico on January 11. The competition has already delivered intense rivalries, particularly between reigning drivers’ champion Pascal Wehrlein and the NEOM McLaren team, which currently leads the teams’ championship standings.

Round 2 winner Oliver Rowland arrived in Jeddah and will be eager to deliver another standout performance, matching his victory last month in Mexico. The Brit’s victory lifted him into second in the Drivers’ Championship.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Beside the thrilling action during the two days, the double-header race will showcase the inclusion of Pit Boost for the first time. Cars will receive a 10 percent energy increase (3.85kWh) from a quick, 30-second 600kW re-charge in the pitlane.

Hosting up to 120 young women for its FIA Girls on Track program across race week. The day-long experience includes career talks, a Pit Lane Walk, activations in the Gaming Arena and educational partner workshops on-site, led by inspirational women from within the paddock.

The program focuses on STEM education and gender inclusivity in motorsport, engaging girls from diverse communities in host cities.

 In addition, the Rookie Free Practice session debuts ahead of the event, providing global motorsport talent a chance to showcase their abilities in the latest GEN3 Evo technology. These changes highlight Formula E and the FIA’s commitment to innovation, competition, and fan engagement as the series embarks on an exciting new chapter in Jeddah.

Formula E’s philosophy is not just to race, but also it supports communities and the environment. The championship has revealed sustainability initiatives that will be implemented during the Jeddah E-Prix 2025.

These initiatives will include innovative social and environmental projects, the most important of which are the “Girls on Track” program, and the “Formula E Fund for a Better Future” to support charities, in addition to the use of renewable energy and waste management systems.

ABB FIA Formula E World Championship – standings after 2 of 16 races

Drivers’ classification

1. Antonio Felix da Costa (POR), 37 points

2. Oliver Rowland (GBR), 25 points

3. Mitch Evans (NZL), 25 points

4. Pascal Wehrlein (GER), 21 points

6. Jake Dennis (GBR), 13 points

14. Dan Ticktum (GBR), 4 points

15. Nico Müller (SUI), 2 points

22. David Beckmann (GER), 0 points

Teams’ classification

1. TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team (GER), 58 points

2. NEOM McLaren Formula E Team (GBR), 27 points

3. Jaguar TCS Racing (GBR), 25 points

7. Andretti Formula E (USA), 15 points

10. CUPRA KIRO (USA), 4 points

Manufacturers’ classification

1. Porsche, 55 points

2. Nissan, 54 points

3. Jaguar, 41 points

Topics: ABB FIA Formula E World Championship Jeddah Corniche Circuit NEOM McLaren

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Sabalenka says Serena return would be ‘cool’ after great refuses to rule it out

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Sabalenka says Serena return would be ‘cool’ after great refuses to rule it out

  • The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, a 44-year-old mother-of-two, has not competed since a third-round loss at the 2022 US Open
  • Sabalenka said: “I heard that she’s enjoying her life, and whatever makes her happy, I’m happy for her”
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MELBOURNE: World number one Aryna Sabalenka said it would be “cool” to see Serena Williams return to tennis after the American great refused to rule it out when asked, and instead replied: “I don’t know. I’m just going to see what happens.”
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion, a 44-year-old mother-of-two, has not competed since a third-round loss at the 2022 US Open.
But she re-entered the tennis anti-doping testing pool in December, setting off the rumor mill, only to deny that she was making a comeback.
She was questioned about the prospect again on television show “Today” on Wednesday and while not confirming any plans, would also not rule it out.
“I’m just having fun and enjoying my life right now,” Williams said.
Pressed on whether that was a yes or no, she replied: “That’s not a yes or a no. I don’t know, I’m just going to see what happens.”
Asked why she had re-entered the drug-testing program, Williams said: “Did I re-enter? I didn’t know if I was out. Listen, I can’t discuss this.”
Williams’ sister Venus played at the ongoing Australian Open in Melbourne aged 45 after being handed a wildcard and was knocked out in the first round.
Venus also competed at tournaments in Auckland and Hobart after returning to tennis in July after almost two years away.
Asked about the prospect of Serena returning, Australian Open finalist Sabalenka said she had not spoken to anyone about it.
“I heard that she’s enjoying her life, and whatever makes her happy, I’m happy for her,” she said.
The Belarusian, who is into a fourth straight Melbourne final, added: “If she wants to come back, that’s her decision. It’s going to be fun to see her back on tour.
“She’s got the personality, and she’s a fun one. It will be cool.”
Ukraine’s Elina Svitolina, beaten by Sabalenka in their Melbourne semifinal, said it was the first she had heard about it, but said it would be “amazing for the sport.”
“She’s such a great champion and achieved so much, did so much for our sport and been an inspiration for women around the world,” she added.

- ‘No doubt’ -

During the Australian Open, former world number one Jim Courier, now a commentator, noted how onerous it was for athletes to be on the anti-doping testing pool.
Once they are, they need to provide information about where and when they are available to give samples.
They need to complete testing for six months before being allowed to return to competition.
“No person that doesn’t have intentions to play professional tennis is going to put themselves in that list, especially someone who has as much experience doing it as Serena Williams,” Courier said.
“Serena denied (in December) she’s coming back, but I think unless she gets injured there is no doubt she’s going to play somewhere at some point.
“Whether that’s the mixed doubles at the US Open, whether that’s doubles with her sister somewhere, whether it’s singles, only she knows.
“But there’s no other way to interpret that.”
The Williams sisters won 14 Grand Slam doubles titles as a pair and three Olympic gold medals.

Topics: Aryna Sabalenka Serena Williams Grand Slam

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