F1 review: Saudi Arabia 2022
Saudi Arabia has become a controversial venue for Formula 1 Grands Prix, particularly after a missile caused damage to an oil field a mere 10kms from the circuit. The powers-that-be reassured the paddock that they would remain safe, however, and the show continued. The Saudis have been involved in the world of F1 since the mid-70s when Saudia (a Saudi airline) sponsored the Williams team.
The circuit at Jeddah, used for the first time four months previously, had safety adjustments made following criticism from the paddock. It was not enough, though, as Mick Schumacher (Haas-Ferrari) had a violent accident in Qualifying 2, destroying his mount.
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