F1 LIVE | The first free practice for the 2022 Dutch Grand Prix

The 15th round in the 2022 Formula 1 World Championship is here. The Grand Prix weekend in the Netherlands is about to kick off with the first free practice session. Don't miss out on all the action on and off the track with this live blog from GPblog.

LIVEBLOG | First free practice for the 2022 Dutch Grand Prix

For the first time since 1985, F1 returned to Zandvoort in 2021 for a Dutch Grand Prix. The return was an immediate success, as the Orange Army that had been following Verstappen around the world also turned out in huge numbers to throw a big party at Circuit Zandvoort. With full attendance in 2022 (in 2021 only two-thirds of the visitors were allowed due to the coronavirus rules) the party should be even bigger for the home fans.

Party in Zandvoort

The party in 2021 was, of course, so big because of Max Verstappen's victory. This time around, Verstappen and Red Bull Racing arrive at the circuit as comfortable championship leaders. The Dutchman stunned the competition just under a week ago at the Belgian GP by driving from P14 to victory. With nine wins this season, Verstappen is the big favourite for his home race. Though the circuit characteristics fall more towards Ferrari.

The first free practice session for the Dutch Grand Prix kicks off at 12:30pm Dutch time. This year GPblog is present in the paddock at Zandvoort, so here you will find the very latest news.