Saudi Arabian GP to go ahead after F1 gets ‘detailed assurances’ event is safe

The attack took place close to the circuit in Jeddah (Hassan Ammar/AP)

Formula One has confirmed the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix will go ahead despite Friday’s missile attack 12 miles from the Jeddah Circuit.

A nearby fuel depot was attacked as drivers took part in Friday’s first practice session, with black smoke billowing across the circuit.