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What time does the Diriyah Formula ePrix start?

The 2021 Formula E season finally gets underway on February 26, as the drivers and teams descend on Saudi Arabia for the Diriyah ePrix. You won't want to miss a second of the action, and with the help of the information provided below, you won't have to. Here are all the important start times you need need to know about ahead of an exciting weekend of racing action.

RacingNews365 Staff

26 February 2021

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It's been several months since we've had to collectively memorise race start times and plan weekends around motorsport action. Thankfully, the wait for Formula E action is almost over, as the season opener in Diriyah gets underway on February 26.

Ahead of Friday's first practice session, here are all the crucial start times to ensure that you don't miss a thing.

What time does the Diriyah Formula ePrix start?
Session	Local time	UK time (GMT)
Friday Practice	14:00	11:00
Friday Qualifying	16:00	13:00
Friday Race	20:03	17:03

What time does the Diriyah Formula ePrix start?
Session	Local time	UK time (GMT)
Saturday Practice	13:45	10:45
Saturday Qualifying	16:00	13:00
Saturday Race	20:03	17:03

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