F1 World Championship 2025 Guide

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Welcome to our comprehensive guide for the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship season. Below you'll find the complete race calendar, sprint race schedule, where to watch, driver lineup information, and answers to frequently asked questions.

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2025 F1 Race Calendar

The 2025 Formula 1 season marks the 75th anniversary of the championship and features 24 races spanning five continents. Starting in Australia in March and concluding in Abu Dhabi in December, the calendar has been optimized for better geographical flow of races.

RaceCircuitDatesDetails
Australia
Melbourne
Albert Park Circuit
14-16 March
China
Shanghai
Shanghai International Circuit
21-23 March
Sprint Weekend
Japan
Suzuka
Suzuka International Racing Course
4-6 April
Bahrain
Sakhir
Bahrain International Circuit
11-13 April
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah
Jeddah Corniche Circuit
18-20 April
United States
Miami
Miami International Autodrome
2-4 May
Sprint Weekend
Italy
Imola
Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari
16-18 May
Monaco
Monaco
Circuit de Monaco
23-25 May
Spain
Barcelona
Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
30 May - 1 June
Canada
Montreal
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve
13-15 June
Austria
Spielberg
Red Bull Ring
27-29 June
United Kingdom
Silverstone
Silverstone Circuit
4-6 July
Belgium
Spa
Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps
25-27 July
Sprint Weekend
Hungary
Budapest
Hungaroring
1-3 August
Netherlands
Zandvoort
Circuit Zandvoort
29-31 August
Italy
Monza
Autodromo Nazionale Monza
5-7 September
Azerbaijan
Baku
Baku City Circuit
19-21 September
Singapore
Singapore
Marina Bay Street Circuit
3-5 October
United States
Austin
Circuit of The Americas
17-19 October
Sprint Weekend
Mexico
Mexico City
Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez
24-26 October
Brazil
São Paulo
Interlagos Circuit
7-9 November
Sprint Weekend
United States
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Street Circuit
20-22 November
Qatar
Lusail
Lusail International Circuit
28-30 November
Sprint Weekend
UAE
Abu Dhabi
Yas Marina Circuit
5-7 December

Sprint Races in 2025

The 2025 season will feature six Sprint races, held at the following Grands Prix:

  • Chinese Grand Prix (Shanghai)
  • Miami Grand Prix
  • Belgian Grand Prix (Spa)
  • United States Grand Prix (Austin)
  • Brazilian Grand Prix (São Paulo)
  • Qatar Grand Prix (Lusail)

Sprint races feature a shorter race on Saturday (about 100km) that determines the grid for Sunday's full Grand Prix. These events offer additional championship points and more competitive racing across the weekend.

Where to Watch F1 in 2025

Formula 1 is broadcast on various platforms worldwide. Here are the major streaming services and TV channels where you can watch F1 races:

Streaming Services

  • F1 TV Pro - Official F1 streaming service with live races, onboard cameras, and exclusive content
  • ESPN+ - Streams races in the US
  • Sky Go / NOW - For UK viewers with Sky subscription
  • Foxtel Go / Kayo Sports - For Australian viewers
  • DAZN - Available in select countries

TV Channels

  • USA: ESPN, ABC
  • UK: Sky Sports F1, Channel 4 (highlights)
  • Australia: Fox Sports, Network Ten (highlights)
  • Canada: TSN, RDS
  • Germany: Sky Deutschland, RTL
  • Italy: Sky Italia
  • France: Canal+
  • Spain: DAZN F1, Movistar
  • Netherlands: Viaplay, Ziggo Sport

2025 F1 Driver Lineup

Here are the confirmed driver lineups for the 2025 Formula 1 season:

Mercedes

  • George Russell
  • Kimi Antonelli

Red Bull Racing

  • Max Verstappen
  • Sergio Perez

Ferrari

  • Charles Leclerc
  • Lewis Hamilton

McLaren

  • Lando Norris
  • Oscar Piastri

Aston Martin

  • Fernando Alonso
  • Lance Stroll

Alpine

  • Pierre Gasly
  • Jack Doohan

RB

  • Yuki Tsunoda
  • Liam Lawson

Sauber/Audi

  • Nico Hulkenberg
  • Gabriel Bortoleto

Williams

  • Alex Albon
  • Carlos Sainz

Haas

  • Oliver Bearman
  • Esteban Ocon

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the 2025 F1 season start?

The 2025 Formula 1 season starts with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne on March 14-16, 2025.

How many races are in the 2025 F1 season?

There are 24 races in the 2025 Formula 1 season, matching the record set in 2024.

What is a Sprint race in F1?

A Sprint race is a shorter race (about 100km) that takes place on Saturday of select race weekends. It awards championship points and sets the grid for Sunday's main Grand Prix. In 2025, six events will feature Sprint races.

What is F1 TV Pro and is it available in my country?

F1 TV Pro is Formula 1's official streaming service that offers live races, on-demand replays, onboard cameras, and exclusive content. Availability varies by country due to broadcasting rights. Check the official F1 TV website for availability in your region.

Where can I watch F1 for free?

Free-to-air coverage of F1 varies by country. Some countries offer select races or highlights packages on free channels. In the UK, Channel 4 broadcasts highlights, while in Australia, Network Ten shows highlights. Most live coverage requires a subscription to services like F1 TV Pro, Sky Sports, or ESPN.

When is pre-season testing for F1 2025?

Pre-season testing for the 2025 Formula 1 season will take place in Bahrain from February 26-28, 2025.

Last updated: March 2025 • Report an error