The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will still go ahead despite a suspected missile attack just a few miles from the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Formula 1 bosses have confirmed.
"The race weekend schedule will continue as planned," the Saudi Motorsport Company declared in the wake of the blast at an Aramco petrol refinery in the city. "The safety and security of all our guests continues to be our main priority and we look forward to welcoming fans for a weekend of premium racing and entertainment," the firm added.
That was after it had said it was "aware of the attack on the Aramco distribution station in Jeddah this afternoon and remain in direct contact with the Saudi security authorities, as well as F1 and the FIA to ensure all necessary security and safety measures continue to be implemented to guarantee the safety of all visitors to the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, as well as all drivers, teams and stakeholders".
