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Formula One returns to Saudi Arabia for the fifth race of the season, where this fast circuit will be expected to test all 20 drivers to their limits. Will Red Bull Racing manage to recover from last weekend's set-backs? Find out here!

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Heading into this weekend, all eyes are on Norris as teammate Piastri inches closer to leading the championship, with only three points separating the two McLaren drivers. However, the question lies with whether Verstappen will have luck on his side this weekend as Friday's first session in Jeddah will help to reveal whether Red Bull Racing have the opportunity to bounce back against championship leaders McLaren this weekend.

After more misfortune in Bahrain, the reigning F1 World Champion Max Verstappen will hope to prove everyone wrong this weekend in Saudi Arabia. It was only last year when Verstappen eased to victory in his Red Bull with a dominating race, however the likelihood of him repeating that this time around remains uncertain. Himself and newly appointed teammate Yuki Tsunoda will have to maximise their car's capabilities this weekend in order to prove that Red Bull Racing have a chance to turn their disappointing start to the season around.

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Verstappen wont only have to worry about McLaren, both Mercedes drivers Russell and Antonelli will be hot on his tail after proving the pace of their car in previous races. After achieving an impressive 3 podiums this year, Russell remains fourth in the standings with only 6 points needed to catch Verstappen's third place.

Ferrari also hope to be in the fight for a top team position this weekend, after an improved performance in Bahrain where both Hamilton and Leclerc gained valuable points for the team. The Italian team will hope to continue on this momentum and potentially close the 14 point gap between themselves and Red Bull Racing.

When looking at the constructors championship, McLaren are steaming ahead with a 58 point gap, with the hope of continuing that lead this weekend.

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The 2025 Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is here this weekend, follow live on GPblog to stay up to date with the latest news from the paddock in Jeddah.