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F1 and FIA explain decision to go ahead with Saudi race

Article To news overview © Red Bull Contentpool CEO of Formula One Group Stefano Domenicali and FIA President Mohamed Ben Sulayem say they have been assured by Saudi Arabian intelligence that Jeddah's Corniche Circuit "is a secure place" and will remain so for the remainder of the Grand Prix weekend. It comes following an attack on a nearby oil depot, only a matter of miles away from the venue, that occurred shortly before cars took to the track for Friday afternoon's practice session. A large bloom of smoke from the attack was clear to see from the circuit while cars were on track. Since then, F1 has held two meetings with drivers and Team Principals, either side of the...
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