Jeddah:The third and final round of the Saudi Toyota Championship Time Attack is set to start tomorrow at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit. The competition will take place from October 15 to 16, with drivers competing across 11 categories and an additional Ladies Cup.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the Time Attack competition follows an individual time-trial format, where participants aim to achieve the fastest possible lap on a designated track while complying with safety regulations. The final rankings will be determined based on each driver's best result.
Tomorrow's events will commence at 2 p.m. with administrative checks and technical inspections of the vehicles. This will be followed by a drivers' briefing at 5 p.m. and free practice sessions at 6 p.m. The competition will feature two race sessions on Friday, scheduled for 4 p.m. and 7 p.m., and will conclude with an awards ceremony at 11 p.m.
The second round of the championship saw 67 drivers competing in the same categories, including the Ladies Cup. It was supported by 54 marshals who were responsible for managing the event, enforcing safety protocols, and monitoring the race proceedings. The championship is organized by the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation as part of efforts to promote motorsports in the region, enhance drivers' skills, discover local talent, and increase the sport's presence in Saudi Arabia.