The season continues this week with the Formula 1® Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025.
We've compiled everything you need to know, including the start time and race information.
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When is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix?
Round 24 of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship season occurs on Sunday, 7 December.
Practice begins locally on Friday, 5 December, with Practice 1 and Practice 2, followed by the Practice 3 and Qualifying on Saturday, 6 December.
What time does the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix start?
The Formula 1® Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2025 starts at 5:00 pm local time on Sunday, 7 December.
The 'Track Time' as well as your local time for each session is as follows:
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Where is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix held, and how many laps is it?
The race occurs at the Yas Marina Circuit, located in the United Arab Emirates.
- Formula 1® drivers will race 58 laps (306.183 km)
- Formula 2™ drivers will race 33 laps (174.273 km)
What TV channel is the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on in Australia?
All live F1® television coverage in Australia is on Fox Sports, available via Foxtel.
Live and on-demand 4K streaming is also available for compatible devices through Kayo Sports.
Read our complete guide on how to watch Formula 1® in Australia.
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