Saudi Arabia is perfect location for Formula E’s first-ever night race, says promoter

JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia is the perfect location for the first night races in FIA Formula E history, according to Carlo Boutagy, the CEO of CBX, official promoter of the Diriyah E-Prix.

It comes as Formula E marks its first season as an official FIA World Championship, which is a significant and exciting step for the sport, he added.

The upcoming Formula E season, its seventh, is the third in a row to get underway in the Kingdom. As was the case in season six it will begin with a doubleheader of races in Diriyah, on Feb 26 and 27.