After a week off following the first doubleheader of the 2025 season, the campaign continues with another tripleheader in Asia. The first destination will be the Japanese Grand Prix in Suzuka. Find out when all the on-track action will take place this weekend below!
When is the F1 Japanese GP 2025 being held?
After a Sprint weekend at the Shanghai International Circuit, a regular one is set to follow in Japan. The event will take place on 4-6 April, and will be the third round on the 2025 calendar.
F1 start times and dates
For European fans, it will be what they have already got used to this season: an early start. Therefore it is important to set the alerts early on, as Japan is eight hours ahead. The first session of the day (FP1 and FP3) will begin on both Friday and Saturday at 03:30, while the second sessions (FP2 and Qualifying) will kick off at 07:00 respectively.
On the Sunday, the Japanese Grand Prix begin at 14:00 local time, which is at 06:00 in the United Kingdom.
F1 Japanese Grand Prix schedule 2025
Friday, 4 April
FP1: 03:30-04:30 GMT
FP2: 07:00-08:00 GMT
Saturday, 5 April
FP3: 03:30-04:30 GMT
Qualifying: 07:00-08:00 GMT
Sunday, 6 April
Race: 06:00 GMT
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