Yas Marina Circuit prepares for the 2024 Grand Prix - in pictures

  • Getting the circuit in pristine condition is essential before spectators and the world's media arrive in UAE for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. All images: Yas Marina Circuit
    Getting the circuit in pristine condition is essential before spectators and the world's media arrive in UAE for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. All images: Yas Marina Circuit
  • The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix typically attracts a global audience of around 100 million
    The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix typically attracts a global audience of around 100 million
  • It is essential the track is clear of any detritus and clearly marked before race day
    It is essential the track is clear of any detritus and clearly marked before race day
  • Workers clean the circuit's canopies
    Workers clean the circuit's canopies
  • Yas's cherry picker is used all over the circuit in the run up to the big race
    Yas's cherry picker is used all over the circuit in the run up to the big race
  • A worker ensures the edge of the track is marked precisely
    A worker ensures the edge of the track is marked precisely

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