The season continues this week with the Formula 1® Japanese 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 Japanese Grand Prix?
Round 3 of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship season occurs on Sunday, 6 April.
Practice begins locally on Friday, 4 April, with Practice 1 and Practice 2, followed by Practice 3 and Qualifying on Saturday, 5 April.
What time does the Japanese Grand Prix start?
The Formula 1® Japanese Grand Prix 2025 starts at 2:00 pm local time on Sunday, 6 April.
The 'Track Time' as well as your local time for each session is as follows:
Practice 1 - |
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Practice 2 - |
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Practice 3 - |
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Qualifying - |
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Race |
4 Apr |
Practice 1 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
4 Apr |
Practice 2 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
5 Apr |
Practice 3 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
5 Apr |
Qualifying 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
6 Apr |
Race 2:00 PM |
Where is the Japanese Grand Prix held, and how many laps is it?
The race occurs at the Suzuka International Racing Course, located in Suzuka.
- Formula 1® drivers will race 53 laps (307.471 km)
What TV channel is the Japanese 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.
Please read our complete guide on how to watch Formula 1® in Australia.
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