The Saudi Arabian Grand Prix takes place at Jeddah's high-speed street circuit, known for its speed and challenging layout. The track has the most corners on the F1 calendar and is described as a cross between Spa-Francorchamps and Monaco. The race has been controversial due to human rights concerns and safety issues. Changes were made to the track layout for safety reasons after crashes in previous races. Softer tire compounds were introduced to create more strategy choices and exciting racing.