F1 Practice Today: Chinese Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule, TV channel and….readmore
Formula 1 heads to Shanghai this weekend for the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, marking the second round of the season. The action kicks off today (Friday) with the first practice sessions, setting the stage for an exciting weekend of racing. This weekend will also feature the season’s first Sprint race, adding an extra layer of intensity to the weekend’s events. Fans can look forward to two races in total, offering a chance to gauge how teams and drivers are shaping up early in the season.
After a thrilling opening round in Australia, McLaren appears to have a strong car, with Lando Norris clinching victory in Melbourne. Norris, along with his teammate Oscar Piastri, demonstrated impressive pace, finishing more than 16 seconds ahead of Red Bull’s Max Verstappen before the race was thrown into chaos by changing weather conditions and multiple safety car periods. Despite a late charge from Verstappen, McLaren’s dominance was evident, and the team will be looking to build on that momentum in China.
The Shanghai International Circuit will offer a different challenge compared to the season opener, with its mix of high-speed straights and technical corners providing plenty of opportunities for teams to demonstrate their capabilities. With the added excitement of the Sprint race on Saturday, the Chinese Grand Prix promises to be a key event in the early part of the 2025 season, offering critical insights into the competitive order.
As the weekend progresses, attention will be on McLaren, who will be eager to show that their strong performance in Australia wasn’t just a fluke. Red Bull, led by reigning world champion Max Verstappen, will also be looking to make a statement after narrowly missing out on victory last time. Other teams, such as Ferrari, Mercedes, and Aston Martin, will also be hoping to challenge for the top positions as they continue to fine-tune their cars for the season ahead.
For those following the action from home, the full schedule of practice, qualifying, and race sessions is available, with live broadcast and streaming details provided to ensure fans don’t miss a moment of the excitement. With the Chinese Grand Prix kicking off the first Sprint of the year, the stage is set for an electrifying weekend in Shanghai.
