The Latest Breaking News from Saudi Arabia

GCC, South Korea Resume Free Trade Talks on Monday

South Korea and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) will kick off the fourth round of official talks for a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) in Seoul on Monday, said Seoul's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. The South Korean Yonhap news agency reported that the four-day talks will resume after…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 28, 2022

Saudi Arabian Grand Prix: Formula 1 drivers to hold talks with bosses over future of race

Formula 1 drivers are set to hold discussions over the future of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after agreeing to yesterday’s race going ahead.

Evening Standard · Mar 28, 2022

Ferrari believes Red Bull's F1 downforce choice "merits some analysis"

Ferrari thinks it needs to conduct some detailed analysis about its downforce level choices, after Charles Leclerc lost out to Max Verstappen in Formula 1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Motorsport · Mar 28, 2022

Speculation 'part of the job' for Arnie

Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says speculation the World Cup qualifier against Saudi Arabia may his last match in role is simply part of life in the job.

AAP · Mar 28, 2022

Max Verstappen slammed over "unfair" comment and told to "stop crying" despite F1 win

Red Bull driver Max Verstappen notched his first F1 win of the season at the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, holding off Ferrari's Charles Leclerc in another thrilling finish

Daily Mirror · Mar 28, 2022

Lewis Hamilton and other F1 drivers unhappy at racing in Saudi Arabia

Lewis Hamilton and other F1 drivers have made it clear they have serious misgivings about racing in Saudi Arabia and will keep up the pressure

The Guardian - UK · Mar 27, 2022

Seeking a fresh start

Two months have passed since Saudi Arabia and Thailand agreed to fully restore diplomatic ties, a move that followed Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha's visit to Riyadh on Jan 25.

Bangkok Post · Mar 27, 2022

Verstappen-Leclerc Battle Continues: Three Takeaways From Saudi Arabian GP

The Red Bull star snagged his first win of 2022 in a thrilling DRS battle, but one question looms: should F1 race in Saudi Arabia?

Sports Illustrated · Mar 27, 2022

Mercedes urged to improve on ‘baby steps’ by Lewis Hamilton and George Russell after F1 Saudi Arabian GP

Lewis Hamilton and George Russell have warned their Mercedes bosses that they have their work cut out to close the gap on Ferrari and Red Bull in the championship fight.

Evening Standard · Mar 27, 2022

Max Verstappen beats Charles Leclerc to Saudi Arabian GP victory to confirm F1’s new, thrilling rivalry

Formula One has its latest rivalry. A week on from failing to finish the season opener, Max Verstappen carried out his threat to bring the title fight to Ferrari as he edged out Charles Leclerc for victory at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

Evening Standard · Mar 27, 2022