HRH Prince Salman attends Saudi F1 Grand Prix

Agencies | Jeddah

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, yesterday attended the first edition of the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, held at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah.

HRH the Crown Prince and Prime Minister noted the great success of the event and extended his congratulations to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and the Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defense of Saudi Arabia, HRH Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

His Royal Highness commended the organisational capabilities on display at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, which demonstrate the potential of the region to be a world leader in many areas. He also highlighted that this successful event, along with those held at the Bahrain International Circuit (BIC) and other regional circuits, will only increase interest in Formula 1 and enhance the region’s global position in hosting race events.

HRH Prince Salman noted the great achievements of Saudi Arabia in recent years, which have supported regional advancement and development.

He also noted the broader success Saudi Arabia has had in hosting international events, and the Kingdom’s ambitious plans to attract more of these new experiences and opportunities.