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The 2024 Formula One calendar features three notable race dates: the Bahrain, Saudi Arabia and Las Vegas Grands Prix will be held on Saturdays. Why? We explain.
In a break from tradition, Formula 1 is set to have three races in 2024 on Saturdays rather than Sundays. The first two races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia will take place on Saturday due to the start of the holy month of Ramadan. With Ramadan beginning at sunset on Saturday, March 9, the race in Jedda is also moved to Saturday, and Bahrain’s race is scheduled a week earlier to accommodate travel time. Later in the year, the Las Vegas Grand Prix will also be held on Saturday to cater to the American and European audience. The race’s CEO, Renee Wilm, explains that this timing allows European fans to watch the race in the morning, just like Americans do during European races. So mark your calendars and don’t miss any of the F1 action in 2024.
