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Qualifying for the Imola Grand Prix is set to take place today, Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the iconic Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari in Imola, Italy. This event offers an exciting opportunity for fans as the McLaren drivers, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, continue to battle for supremacy in the championship standings.
As of now, while Piastri and Norris are leading the charge, it is Max Verstappen who boasts a remarkable qualifying record in the 2025 season. To date, Verstappen has secured three pole positions from the first six races, highlighting his impressive form, even as he trails Piastri by 32 points in the overall drivers’ championship. This qualifying session will be crucial, especially considering the difficulty of overtaking at Imola, where strategy and track position can make all the difference.
Complicating matters for the competition is Lewis Hamilton, who will participate in his inaugural competitive session in Italy as a driver for Ferrari. The passionate tifosi are expected to rally behind their new seven-time world champion, making this a particularly thrilling event not just for Hamilton, but for Ferrari fans eager to see their team shine.
The qualifying session is scheduled to begin at 4:00 PM local time (CEST). Below are the converted session start times for various locations so that fans around the world can join in the excitement:
– **United Kingdom (BST)**: 3:00 PM, Saturday
– **United States (EDT)**: 10:00 AM, Saturday
– **United States (CDT)**: 09:00 AM, Saturday
– **United States (PDT)**: 7:00 AM, Saturday
– **Australia (AEST)**: 12:00 AM, Sunday
– **Australia (AWST)**: 10:00 PM, Saturday
– **Australia (ACST)**: 11:30 PM, Saturday
– **Mexico (CST)**: 8:00 AM, Saturday
– **Japan (JST)**: 11:00 PM, Saturday
– **South Africa (SAST)**: 4:00 PM, Saturday
– **Egypt (EEST)**: 5:00 PM, Saturday
– **China (CST)**: 10:00 PM, Saturday
– **India (IST)**: 7:30 PM, Saturday
– **Brazil (BRT)**: 11:00 PM, Saturday
– **Singapore (SGT)**: 10:00 PM, Saturday
– **Saudi Arabia (AST)**: 5:00 PM, Saturday
– **Turkey (EEST)**: 5:00 PM, Saturday
– **United Arab Emirates (GST)**: 6:00 PM, Saturday
This year’s qualifying session is particularly compelling due to the intense competition among top drivers. In addition to the McLaren duo and Verstappen, rising star Kimi Antonelli will also be competing in his hometown race. The 18-year-old driver has invited his family and school friends to the event, adding a personal touch to the proceedings.
In terms of viewing options, fans in various regions will have different broadcasters to tune in for the live coverage. Here’s a rundown of where to catch the action:
– **United Kingdom**: Sky Sports
– **United States**: ESPN, ESPN Deportes
– **Italy**: Sky Italia
– **Netherlands**: Viaplay, Viaplay Xtra
– **China**: CCTV, Shanghai TV, Guangdong Television Channel, Tencent
– **Japan**: Fuji TV, DAZN
– **Australia**: Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo, Network Ten
– **Spain**: DAZN F1
– **Canada**: RDS, RDS 2, TSN, Noovo
– **Germany**: Sky Deutschland
– **France**: Canal+
– **Belgium**: RTBF, Telenet, Play Sports
– **Mexico**: Fox Sports Mexico
– **Singapore**: beIN SPORTS
– **Hungary**: M4 (MTVA Sports Channel)
– **Brazil**: Bandeirantes, Bandsports
– **Austria**: Servus TV, ORF
– **Middle East & Turkey**: beIN SPORTS
– **Africa**: SuperSport
– **Latin America**: ESPN
For viewers in Italy, qualifying and the main race can be accessed for free on the channel TV8. Similarly, viewers in the Netherlands are fortunate to have a free live stream available throughout the weekend via Viaplay TV. This platform can be accessed through various cable providers, making it easier for local fans to follow the event without any subscription costs.
As fans eagerly anticipate the qualifying session, the stage is set for an exhilarating afternoon in Imola. With championship implications on the line, every lap will count as drivers vie for a coveted pole position.
