HRH Crown Prince's Sport Minister Represents Saudi Arabia At Formula 1 Stc Grand Prix 2025

Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki bin Faisal represented His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the Formula 1 stc Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The event, part of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship, marked its fifth consecutive year in Saudi Arabia. The race attracted numerous dignitaries, including Deputy Governor of Makkah Region Prince Saud bin Mishaal and other notable officials.

The thrilling race concluded with Australian driver Oscar Piastri from McLaren taking first place. Max Verstappen from Red Bull secured second, finishing 2.843 seconds behind Piastri. Charles Leclerc of Ferrari claimed third, trailing by 8.104 seconds. Thousands of fans witnessed the event, which received extensive media coverage both locally and internationally.

At the end of the race, Prince Abdulaziz crowned Oscar Piastri as the winner. Prince Khalid bin Sultan awarded Max Verstappen for his second-place finish. Yasir Al-Rumayyan presented Charles Leclerc with his third-place accolade. Additionally, McLaren received recognition for their victory in this round from Prince Mohammed bin Khalid.

The FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem awarded Oscar Piastri with the FIA medal for his outstanding performance. This gesture highlighted the significance of the event on a global scale and reinforced Saudi Arabia's reputation as a hub for major sporting events.

Lando Norris from McLaren finished fourth in the standings, followed by George Russell of Mercedes in fifth place. Italian driver Kimi Antonelli also from Mercedes secured sixth position. Lewis Hamilton driving for Ferrari came seventh, while Carlos Sainz representing Williams took eighth place.

Alexander Albon also from Williams finished ninth, and Isack Hadjar from Racing Bulls rounded out the top ten positions. These results showcased a competitive field with drivers from various teams performing admirably throughout the race.

Saudi Arabia's Sporting Vision

The successful hosting of this prestigious event underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to achieving its national sports objectives. It aligns with the country's broader vision to become a leading destination for international sporting events and athletes worldwide.

This achievement reflects positively on the Ministry of Sport's efforts to promote sports within the Kingdom and enhance its global standing in hosting significant competitions like Formula 1.

With inputs from SPA