The VIP driver in the Jaguar I-PACE eTROPHY was in qualifying action ahead of her big race later today
This is what you look like when you are making history as Reema Juffali becomes the first Saudi Arabian female racer to drive competitively in the Kingdom.
As the VIP driver in the Jaguar I-PACE e-Trophy, Reema took to the track at the Diriyah Circuit in the official qualifying round this morning ahead of her first race later today. She completed her fastest lap of the demanding track created in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site in 1 min 39 seconds, a little over 5 seconds behind the pole position.
She will go into the official championship race at the back of the grid, but that takes nothing away from the moment for the young driver from Jeddah. Ahead of the race, she said: “I am very excited, I never thought this day would come, or at least I didn’t know when and it came a lot sooner than expected. I’m a year into racing and here I am now about to race at home which is an incredible feeling.”
The Jaguar I-PACE eTROPHY series is the official support race the SAUDIA Diriyah E-Prix the opening doubleheader for the ABB FIA Formula E Championship.
About Diriyah Season
Diriyah Season is an unmissable set of international sports and entertainment events, happening at the historic city of Diriyah, the birthplace of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Sports fanatics, entertainment seekers, foodies and shoppers, are invited to a month of energy, excitement, elegance, and memorable moments as the world comes to Diriyah!
Watch the world’s top sporting events:
- Diriyah E-Prix 2019: The thrilling electric race returns with a double-header race weekend – 2 Races on Friday and Saturday, November 22nd & 23rd
- A Historic Clash, known to the world as ‘Clash On The Dunes’ where Andy Ruiz Junior defends his title against Anthony Joshua for the World Heavy Weight Championship
- A Battle for Glory as 8 of the world’s top Tennis stars compete for the ‘Diriyah Tennis Cup’
- Diriyah Equestrian Festival on December 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th and 21st , where contestants from all over the world will be one with their horses to qualify for TOKYO 2020
Tourist Visa Entry to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Entry into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has changed for tourists visiting the country and the process is a simple online application.
Available to complete online, visitors can follow four easy steps which take just a few minutes to complete.
- Step One: visit www.visa.visitsaudi.com
- Step Two: Fill the application
- Step Three: Pay the Visa fee
- Step Four: Get your online Visa
Applications are often processed within a 48 hour period, with residents from 49 approved countries worldwide having their visas available through the fast track system.
