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What time does the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix start in Australia?

Monday, 27 February 2023

A new season begins with new drivers and less testing.

The season returns this week with the Formula 1® Bahrain Grand Prix 2023.

We've compiled everything you need to know, including the start time and race information.

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When is the Bahrain Grand Prix?

Round 1 of the FIA Formula 1® 2023 season occurs on Sunday 5th, March at the Bahrain International Circuit.

Practice begins on Friday, 3rd March, with Practice 1 and Practice 2, followed by Practice 3 and the Qualifying on Saturday, 4th March.


What time does the Bahrain Grand Prix start?

The Formula 1® Bahrain Grand Prix 2023 starts at 6:00 pm local time on Sunday 5th, March, which is 2:00 am (AEDT) on Monday, 6th March.

The time for each session in Bahrain is as follows:

Practice 1

-

Practice 2

-

Practice 3

-

Qualifying

-

Race

3

Mar

Practice 1

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

3

Mar

Practice 2

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

4

Mar

Practice 3

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

4

Mar

Qualifying

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

5

Mar

Race

6:00 PM

Where is the Bahrain Grand Prix held and how many laps is it?

The race takes place at Bahrain International Circuit, located in Bahrain.

Drivers will race 57 laps covering a total distance of 308.238 kilometres.


What TV channel is the Bahrain Grand Prix on in Australia?

All live F1® television coverage in Australia is on Fox Sports, available via Foxtel.

Live HD streaming is also available for compatible devices through Kayo Sports.

For free-to-air viewers, 10 Bold and 10 Play will show race highlights at 11:30 pm (AEDT) on Monday, 6th March 2022. Check local guides for more details.

Read our complete guide on how to watch Formula 1® in Australia.

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