RACE PREDICTOR: Vote for who you think will finish on the podium for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen secured his second pole position of 2024 – and the 34th of his career – in Jeddah as he prepares to line up on the front row for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.

As was the case in Bahrain he will have Ferrari rival Charles Leclerc for company at the front, with the Dutchman hoping to secure victory once again in his RB20 machine. But can Ferrari mount a challenge on the reigning world champion?

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There’s also last year’s Saudi Arabian Grand Prix winner Sergio Perez to consider. The Mexican’s prowess on street circuits is talked about often enough and, having secured P3 on the grid for Saturday’s race, he could also be in contention for top spot once the chequered flag is waved.

The likes of Fernando Alonso, McLaren and Mercedes will also hope to be vying for a podium spot when the racing action gets underway in Jeddah – and of course there will be plenty of eyes on teenage rookie Oliver Bearman who has stepped up to replace Carlos Sainz over the weekend. While the pressure shouldn’t be on the young Brit to do something extraordinary, stranger things have happened…

How do you think this year’s Grand Prix will play out? You can get involved and predict the top three finishers in Saudi Arabia using our predictor below. Get voting now!