Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix 2025

The Australian Grand Prix in 2025 will kick off the Formula 1 season once again. After several years of the season beginning with the Bahrain Grand Prix, this year, the race in Melbourne will be the first Grand Prix of the season. It’s set to be an exciting weekend, as it’s still uncertain which team will be the best this year – and whether Max Verstappen will be on his way to winning his fifth consecutive world title. McLaren and Ferrari finished the previous season strong, but Red Bull Racing hasn’t been idle during the winter break either.

F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025 - Information and Schedule

The Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne, a semi-street circuit known for its challenging corners and straight sections, will host the season opener in 2025. The track is known for its limited overtaking opportunities, but it still provides plenty of exciting races over the years.

Date and Schedule 2025:

• Press Conferences: Wednesday, March 13
• Free Practice 1: Friday, March 14, 02:30 - 03:30 (CET)
• Free Practice 2: Friday, March 14, 06:00 - 07:00 (CET)
• Free Practice 3: Saturday, March 15, 02:30 - 03:30 (CET)
• Qualifying: Saturday, March 15, 06:00 - 07:00 (CET)
• Race: Sunday, March 16, 05:00 - 07:00 (CET)

Watch the Australian GP 2025 Live

As in previous years, the Australian Grand Prix 2025 will be available to watch live on Viaplay and F1TV Pro. Viaplay offers full coverage of all F1 sessions, including pre- and post-race analysis. Viewers can also opt for F1TV Pro, the official Formula 1 streaming service, where they can watch the sessions with both English and Dutch commentary.

Australian GP 2024 Results

The 2024 Australian Grand Prix was an exciting race, but unfortunately, Max Verstappen had to retire early due to technical issues: his right rear brake caught fire, and he had to park his car in the pit lane. This opened the door for Carlos Sainz to secure the victory. Sainz, who had undergone an appendectomy just two weeks before the race, took advantage of the opportunity and claimed his first win of the season. Charles Leclerc finished in second place, while Lando Norris secured third place for McLaren.

F1 in Melbourne – The Circuit

The Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne has been the home of the Australian Grand Prix since 1996. It combines the charm of a street circuit with the open space of a park. The track, with its many corners, provides a technical challenge for drivers, while still offering opportunities for exciting overtakes. The atmosphere in Melbourne is always unique, especially with the passionate fans, and the presence of the legendary Daniel Ricciardo in previous years made the event even more special. This year, however, the focus will shift to the young Oscar Piastri, who makes his debut for McLaren and is sure to receive plenty of local support.

The Future of the Australian Grand Prix

With the Australian Grand Prix being the season opener, the year kicks off with excitement. The Melbourne race has proven to be an important indicator for teams, especially after the winter tests and developments. Whether Verstappen will remain the favorite to win again, or if new challenges will arise, will add extra tension to this iconic F1 weekend.

We look forward to the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, where not only Red Bull Racing but also other teams will compete to secure the first win of the season!