What time is the first ever Saudi Arabian Grand Prix and how can I watch it?
Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen are separated by just eight points going into the debut Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. You won't want to miss a minute of the action at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, so here's how you can watch or stream it.
This weekend could see Verstappen clinch his first F1 title and it's also close in the constructors' championship, with Mercedes just five points ahead of Red Bull, while Ferrari could ensure P3 in the standings over McLaren this weekend.
READ MORE: What does Verstappen need to do to win the title over Hamilton in Saudi Arabia?
The action this weekend begins with FP1 and FP2 on Friday, December 3; FP3 and qualifying on Saturday, December 4; and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on Sunday, December 5. As always, F1.com will host live text coverage of each session.
Check out what time the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix starts where you are in the infographic below, and for more information on what time you can watch the sessions in your location, visit our SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX RACE HUB which features a dynamic time converter giving you all the info you need.

How can I watch the 2021 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix?
For details of the broadcaster in your area, click here.
You can also watch the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix via F1 TV Pro (in selected countries only).
To view complete details of the 2021 Formula 1 schedule, click here.
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