Australia to hold 2025 F1 season opener instead of Bahrain due to Ramadan
8 months, 1 week ago

Australia to hold 2025 F1 season opener instead of Bahrain due to Ramadan

The Hindu  

April 12, 2024 10:06 pm | Updated 10:06 pm IST The 2025 Australian Grand Prix will be the Formula One season-opener for the first time in six years instead of Bahrain after the sport's governing body released next year's calendar on Friday. The Bahrain Grand Prix has been the opening race of the season since 2021 while the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix has been the second race on the calendar since 2022. Formula One did not race at Melbourne's Albert Park Circuit in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic but will now host the opening race instead of the Middle Eastern kingdom due to the Muslim holy month of Ramadan falling in March next year. FORMULA ONE 2025 CALENDAR March 14-16: Australian Grand Prix - Melbourne March 21-23: Chinese Grand Prix - Shanghai April 4-6: Japanese Grand Prix - Suzuka April 11-13: Bahrain Grand Prix - Sakhir April 18-20: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix - Jeddah May 2-4: Miami Grand Prix - Florida May 16-18: Emilia Romagna - Imola May 23-25: Monaco Grand Prix - Monaco May 30–June 1: Spanish Grand Prix - Barcelona June 13-15: Canadian Grand Prix - Montreal June 27-29: Austrian Grand Prix - Spielberg July 4-6: Britigh Grand Prix - Silverstone July 25-27: Belgian Grand Prix - Spa Aug. 1-3: Hungarian Grand Prix - Budapest Aug. 29-31: Dutch Grand Prix - Zandvoort Sept. 5-7: Italian Grand Prix - Monza Sept. 19-21: Azerbaijan Grand Prix - Baku Oct. 3-5: Singapore Grand Prix - Singapore Oct. 17-19: United States Grand Prix - Austin Oct. 24-26: Mexican Grand Prix - Mexico City Nov. 7-9: Brazil Grand Prix - Sao Paulo Nov. 20-22: Las Vegas Grand Prix - Las Vegas Nov. 28-30: Qatar Grand Prix - Lusail Dec. 5-7: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina

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F1 2025: When does the new season start? Full calendar and testing schedule
2 weeks, 1 day ago

F1 2025: When does the new season start? Full calendar and testing schedule

The Independent  

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F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Formula One to move Montreal GP slot on calendar to cut travel
1 month ago

F1 Canadian Grand Prix: Formula One to move Montreal GP slot on calendar to cut travel

The Hindu  

Formula 1 will move the Canadian Grand Prix to a new slot in May from the 2026 season in an effort to cut down on travel and its environmental impact. This year’s Canadian Grand Prix was on June 9, sandwiched between races in Monaco and Spain, and next year it’s scheduled for June 15, between races in Spain and Austria. …

F1 to move Canadian Grand Prix slot on calendar in drive to cut travel
1 month ago

F1 to move Canadian Grand Prix slot on calendar in drive to cut travel

Associated Press  

LONDON — Formula 1 will move the Canadian Grand Prix to a new slot in May from 2026 in an effort to cut down on travel and its environmental impact. This year’s Canadian Grand Prix was on June 9, sandwiched between races in Monaco and Spain, and next year it’s scheduled for June 15, between races in Spain and Austria. …

Australia to open the Formula 1 season in 2025 as Bahrain and Saudi races shift for Ramadan
8 months, 1 week ago

Australia to open the Formula 1 season in 2025 as Bahrain and Saudi races shift for Ramadan

Associated Press  

LONDON — Lewis Hamilton’s first race in a Ferrari will be in Australia. Next year’s Formula 1 season will open in Melbourne for the first time since 2019 after the full calendar for 2025 was revealed Friday. The Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne will be the opening race because the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds of the F1 championship — …

Lewis Hamilton will begin his Ferrari career at the Australian Grand Prix next year - as Melbourne is reinstated as season opener for 2025 because Middle East CAN'T host the start
8 months, 1 week ago

Lewis Hamilton will begin his Ferrari career at the Australian Grand Prix next year - as Melbourne is reinstated as season opener for 2025 because Middle East CAN'T host the start

Daily Mail  

Lewis Hamilton will open his Ferrari career in Melbourne next year – as the Australian Grand Prix is reinstated as the opening race of the season. Lewis Hamilton will be making the switch from Mercedes to Ferrari from 2025 onwards The British star will kick-start his Ferrari career with the Australian Grand Prix next year The FIA confirmed the full …

Japanese Grand Prix 2024 Live Streaming Details: When And Where To Watch Formula 1 Event
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Japanese Grand Prix 2024 Live Streaming Details: When And Where To Watch Formula 1 Event

ABP News  

Japanese Grand Prix 2024: The Japanese Grand Prix 2024 has arrived and is set to take place this weekend as Formula 1 moves on from Australia to Japan. Much can be expected from Max Verstappen in the Japanese Grand Prix, as the Dutchman has continuously broken records after records each season, and is becoming immune to defeat in the World …

Formula One extends Japanese Grand Prix contract at Suzuka to 2029
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Formula One extends Japanese Grand Prix contract at Suzuka to 2029

Associated Press  

LONDON — The Japanese Grand Prix will stay on the Formula One calendar until at least 2029 after a five-year contract extension to keep the race at the Suzuka Circuit. It’s a sign of confidence in the Japanese GP ahead of a move — from its usual date in September or October — to April, between the races in Australia …

Women’s F1 Academy to support seven grands prix in 2024
1 year, 2 months ago

Women’s F1 Academy to support seven grands prix in 2024

The Hindu  

Formula One’s all-female F1 Academy will support seven grands prix next season with races on three continents starting in Saudi Arabia and ending in Abu Dhabi, the sport announced on Tuesday. “This global platform, combined with the support of all 10 F1 teams, will take the series to the next level,” said Formula One chief executive Stefano Domenicali in a …

F1 set for Saturday start and record 24 races in 2024
1 year, 5 months ago

F1 set for Saturday start and record 24 races in 2024

The Hindu  

Formula One will have a record 24 grands prix in 2024 with China returning to the calendar after five years out and the season starting with races on successive Saturdays in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia to accommodate Ramadan. The Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka moves from September to an April 7 slot on the calendar published on Wednesday, with Australia’s …

Ranking the top 10 F1 races we can’t wait to watch in 2023
1 year, 9 months ago

Ranking the top 10 F1 races we can’t wait to watch in 2023

New York Times  

The 2023 Formula One schedule will see teams contest 23 races across five continents, a whirlwind that begins with the Bahrain Grand Prix this weekend and concludes with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in late November. Las Vegas Grand Prix Even before Las Vegas was officially added to the Formula One calendar, the anticipation was immense for what a grand …

Formula 1 racing launches first subscription platform in India
1 year, 10 months ago

Formula 1 racing launches first subscription platform in India

Live Mint  

Formula 1 racing has launched its first digital platform, F1 TV Pro in India ahead of the 2023 FIA Formula 1 World Championship. Starting with the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in March which will have a 23-race schedule across five continents, including the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix and the inaugural Formula 1 Heineken Silver …

F1 2023 schedule, calendar: Full list of Formula One GP races, venues and tracks, start time in IST
2 years ago

F1 2023 schedule, calendar: Full list of Formula One GP races, venues and tracks, start time in IST

The Hindu  

The 2023 Formula One season consists of a record 23 races with the Bahrain Grand Prix being the season-opener on March 5. The season will resume on August 27 with the Dutch Grand Prix and conclude on November 26 with Abu Dhabi Grand Prix being the season finale. READ: Full list of drivers of all teams in Formula One 2023 …

Formula One: Australian Grand Prix Extended to 2037
2 years ago

Formula One: Australian Grand Prix Extended to 2037

News 18  

The Australian Grand Prix will run till at least 2037 after the Victoria State Government announced on Thursday they secured a two year extension to the 10-year deal they struck earlier this year. FIFA World Cup 2022 Points Table | FIFA World Cup 2022 Schedule | FIFA World Cup 2022 Results | FIFA World Cup 2022 Golden Boot After a …

F1 race calendar 2022: Full list of dates for every grand prix in biggest season ever
2 years, 2 months ago

F1 race calendar 2022: Full list of dates for every grand prix in biggest season ever

The Independent  

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2023 F1 Calendar: Formula 1 announces record 24-races calendar, Las Vegas makes debut
2 years, 3 months ago

2023 F1 Calendar: Formula 1 announces record 24-races calendar, Las Vegas makes debut

India TV News  

2023 F1 Calendar: Formula 1 on Tuesday released a record 24-races calendar for the 2023 season as America's Las Vegas is set to make debut its next year. Formula 1 will also witness a Saturday race for the first time since 1985 as Las Vegas will be a Saturday night race. While announcing the 24-races calendar for 2023, Formula One's …

Formula 1 in 2023: Record 24-race calendar revealed as Las Vegas debuts and China returns
2 years, 3 months ago

Formula 1 in 2023: Record 24-race calendar revealed as Las Vegas debuts and China returns

The Hindu  

Formula One will have a record 24 races in 2023 with the showcase Monaco Grand Prix retained after some uncertainty about its future. The governing FIA announced approval of the calendar on Tuesday, with a Las Vegas night race set to make its debut as the penultimate round in November and the third grand prix in the United States. Introducing …

Melbourne agrees new 10-year deal with F1 to host Australian Grand Prix
2 years, 6 months ago

Melbourne agrees new 10-year deal with F1 to host Australian Grand Prix

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F1 Announces 10 Year Contract Extension With Australian Grand Prix Through 2035
2 years, 6 months ago

F1 Announces 10 Year Contract Extension With Australian Grand Prix Through 2035

News 18  

Formula One announced a 10-year contract extension with the Australian Grand Prix on Thursday to continue racing in Melbourne through 2035. “The Australian Grand Prix has never been bigger, with more than 419,000 people flocking to Albert Park for this year’s race,” said Martin Pakula, Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events for the Victorian Government. “We know how important …

Australia Hopes to Keep Early Formula One Slot After Strong Reboot
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia Hopes to Keep Early Formula One Slot After Strong Reboot

News 18  

Record crowds at the Australian Grand Prix were a welcome boost for organisers after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 but where the race sits in the Formula One calendar remains up in the air. “Just coming to Australia for a single race is quite painful for everyone,” said Red Bull driver Sergio Perez, runner-up to Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on …

Australia hopes to keep early F1 slot after strong reboot
2 years, 8 months ago

Australia hopes to keep early F1 slot after strong reboot

The Hindu  

Record crowds at the Australian Grand Prix were a welcome boost for organisers after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 but where the race sits in the Formula One calendar remains up in the air. "Just coming to Australia for a single race is quite painful for everyone," said Red Bull driver Sergio Perez, runner-up to Ferrari's Charles Leclerc on …

F1 and COTA agree to new 5-year deal for U.S. Grand Prix
2 years, 10 months ago

F1 and COTA agree to new 5-year deal for U.S. Grand Prix

Associated Press  

AUSTIN, Texas — Formula One announced a new five-year contract with the Circuit of the Americas on Friday to keep the United States Grand Prix at the Texas track through 2026. “It says our first decade went really well and all sides want to see it keep going,” track President Bobby Epstein said of the new contract. Epstein said he …

Rule changes, new cars and other things to know ahead of the 2022 Formula 1 season
2 years, 10 months ago

Rule changes, new cars and other things to know ahead of the 2022 Formula 1 season

ABC  

The first grand prix of 2022 is a month away, but there is already plenty happening in the world of Formula 1. Teams are unveiling their new cars, the sport's governing body FIA is finalising rule changes for 2022, and the fallout from last season continues. Masi's future remains unclear as FIA concludes Abu Dhabi report Michael Masi has been …

Formula One should have fewer races, says AlphaTauri boss Tost
2 years, 10 months ago

Formula One should have fewer races, says AlphaTauri boss Tost

The Hindu  

AlphaTauri team boss Franz Tost said Formula One should cut back its calendar to 18-20 races, as it otherwise risked fans losing interest in the sport. The 2022 season is set to feature a record 23 races, one more than the unprecedented 22 rounds last year. "Last year, we were lucky because the races were very interesting, there were always …

Bahrain Extends Formula One Contract to 2036
2 years, 10 months ago

Bahrain Extends Formula One Contract to 2036

News 18  

Bahrain will host Formula One until at least 2036 after signing a 10-year contract extension, officials said on Friday. The island state became the Middle East’s first F1 host in 2004 and is now one of four Gulf countries with a grand prix. “Since 2004 we have had some fantastic races in Sakhir and we cannot wait to be back …

F1 2022 preseason testing dates confirmed in Spain and Bahrain
2 years, 10 months ago

F1 2022 preseason testing dates confirmed in Spain and Bahrain

India TV News  

Highlights The second test will be held in Bahrain from March 10-12 Teams ran on 13-inch tires in 2021 and will switch to an 18-inch model Pirelli boss Mario Isola is confident this will lead to “less overheating, less degradation” Formula One has confirmed that preseason testing will begin in Spain next month followed by a session in Bahrain in …

F1 2022 schedule: Season to begin in Shakir with Bahrain GP from March 18-20
2 years, 10 months ago

F1 2022 schedule: Season to begin in Shakir with Bahrain GP from March 18-20

India TV News  

Following a dramatic end of the 2021 season that saw Red Bull's Max Verstappen clinching the maiden driver's championship, the Dutch will begin his title defence in 2022 against Mercedes rival Lewis Hamilton in March 18-20 in Shakhir with Bahrain Grand Prix. F1 2022 complete schedule March 18-20 — Bahrain Grand Prix, Sakhir. March 25-27 — Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, …

Formula 1 Grand Prix to return to Zandvoort in September 2022
3 years, 2 months ago

Formula 1 Grand Prix to return to Zandvoort in September 2022

NL Times  

For the second year in a row, the Formula 1 Grand Prix will take place in Zandvoort on September 4, 2022. The first race of the Formula 1 season will be held on March 20, the last in Abu Dhabi on November 20. The total of 23 races next season is a record that should have already been broken in …

China absent from record 23-race 2022 Formula One calendar
3 years, 2 months ago

China absent from record 23-race 2022 Formula One calendar

The Hindu  

Formula One will have a record 23 races next season but the Chinese Grand Prix has been dropped for the third year in a row due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2022 season marks the start of a new era, with major rule changes, and opens at Bahrain's Sakhir circuit on March 20. "We are excited to announce the 2022 …

Qatar F1 debut set for November, 10-year deal from 2023
3 years, 2 months ago

Qatar F1 debut set for November, 10-year deal from 2023

The Hindu  

Formula One will race in Qatar for the first time in November with a 10-year deal then following from 2023 once the country has hosted the 2022 soccer World Cup, the sport and local organisers announced on September 30. "The Qatar Motor and Motorcycle Federation and Authorities have been incredible and have moved at great speed to ensure the race …

Qatar to host F1 race for first time in November
3 years, 2 months ago

Qatar to host F1 race for first time in November

India TV News  

Qatar will host a Formula One race for the first time in November and for 10 years from 2023. It is not yet clear whether Losail will continue to host F1 from 2023, as the circuit will need to be altered, so there is a strong possibility another location could be chosen. "We have shown that we can continue to …

Miami Grand Prix to make F1 debut in 2022
3 years, 3 months ago

Miami Grand Prix to make F1 debut in 2022

The Hindu  

The first Formula 1 Grand Prix in Miami will take place on May 8, 2022, organisers said in a statement Thursday. The circuit is built around the Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League and a centre court for the Miami Open tennis tournament. The Miami GP will be the first race in Florida …

F1: Monaco GP Stripped Back to Three Days as 23 Races Planned for 2022
3 years, 3 months ago

F1: Monaco GP Stripped Back to Three Days as 23 Races Planned for 2022

News 18  

The 2022 Monaco Grand Prix will fall into line with the other races on the calendar and take place over three days rather than its traditional four, Formula One president Stefano Domenicali announced Wednesday. The Monaco GP, which was first run in 1929 and has been ever-present since the inception of the F1 world championship in 1950, has traditionally held …

Formula One Season Reduced to 22 Races; Qatar Set to Feature on Revised Calendar
3 years, 3 months ago

Formula One Season Reduced to 22 Races; Qatar Set to Feature on Revised Calendar

News 18  

Formula One published a revised calendar for the remainder of the 2021 season on Saturday with the number of races dropping from a record 23 to 22, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and a number of existing events shifting to new dates. While Formula One did not mention Qatar on the list, an announcement is expected soon and the event …

F1 set to host inaugural Grand Prix in Qatar with latest calendar shake-up
3 years, 3 months ago

F1 set to host inaugural Grand Prix in Qatar with latest calendar shake-up

The Hindu  

Formula One published a revised calendar for the remainder of the season on Saturday with the number of races dropping from a record 23 to 22 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Qatar expected to debut. Three races were given new dates, and one weekend in late November was left subject to confirmation, with Qatar likely to fill it with …

Formula 1 2021: Turkish GP cancelled due to growing COVID-19 threat, F1 adds second race in Austria
3 years, 7 months ago

Formula 1 2021: Turkish GP cancelled due to growing COVID-19 threat, F1 adds second race in Austria

Firstpost  

Formula One chiefs, forced into another change due to Covid-19 protocols, announced that they will instead return to the sport’s safe haven of Austria. “The promoter has requested that we look at the potential opportunity for the race to be rescheduled later in the season if possible, alongside China who made the same request earlier this year.” Formula One confirmed …

Formula One: Turkish Grand Prix Cancelled, Replaced by Second Austrian GP
3 years, 7 months ago

Formula One: Turkish Grand Prix Cancelled, Replaced by Second Austrian GP

News 18  

The Turkish Grand Prix, which was only drafted onto the Formula One calendar as a replacement for the cancelled Canada GP two weeks ago, was itself axed on Friday. “The promoter has requested that we look at the potential opportunity for the race to be rescheduled later in the season if possible, alongside China who made the same request earlier …

Formula 1 2021: Australian GP set to be postponed amid growing Covid-19 concerns
3 years, 11 months ago

Formula 1 2021: Australian GP set to be postponed amid growing Covid-19 concerns

The Hindu  

Australian Grand Prix organisers and officials are discussing the schedule for the race with Formula One management, a government spokesman said on Tuesday, amid speculation the season-opener will be postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "Discussions between the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, the government and Formula One management about the Formula One calendar for 2021 are ongoing," a Victoria state …

Catalan government gives go-ahead for 2021 Spanish GP - F1 News
3 years, 11 months ago

Catalan government gives go-ahead for 2021 Spanish GP - F1 News

The Hindu  

The government of Catalonia has given the go-ahead for Spanish Grand Prix organisers to agree a contract extension with Formula One for 2021. The May 9 race at Barcelona's Circuit de Catalunya is listed as subject to contract on the sport's record 23-round provisional calendar. The circuit agreed last year an extension to cover this year's race, which was held …

Brazil F1 GP to be held at Sao Paulo’s Interlagos until 2025
4 years ago

Brazil F1 GP to be held at Sao Paulo’s Interlagos until 2025

Associated Press  

PARIS — The Brazilian Grand Prix will remain at its traditional Interlagos circuit in Sao Paulo after promoters signed a five-year deal, Formula One said on Wednesday. We made a tremendous effort to keep the race in our city,” Sao Paulo mayor Bruno Covas said. “We believe that hosting the Grand Prix, in addition to promoting our city to the …

Formula 1 2020: Bahrain, Sakhir GPs to be held behind closed doors, say organisers
4 years, 1 month ago

Formula 1 2020: Bahrain, Sakhir GPs to be held behind closed doors, say organisers

Firstpost  

Two races are to be held on the Sakhir circuit, the Bahrain GP on 29 November and the Sakhir GP a week later on 6 December. Paris: The two Formula 1 Grand Prix to be contested in Bahrain this season will be held behind closed doors, apart from some guest members of the kingdom’s health services, organisers said on Saturday. …

Saudi Arabia to host Formula One night race in 2021 - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Saudi Arabia to host Formula One night race in 2021 - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Saudi Arabia will host a Formula One grand prix for the first time next year with a night race on the streets of the country's second city Jeddah, the sport and organisers announced on Thursday. Formula One has yet to publish its schedule for next year after a season hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, but Saudi Arabia is set to …

Formula 1 2020: Bahrain to host two Grand Prix races on separate tracks
4 years, 3 months ago

Formula 1 2020: Bahrain to host two Grand Prix races on separate tracks

Firstpost  

The Bahrain Grand Prix on 29 November will be held as usual on the 5.4-kilometre circuit that usually hosts races. The next race on 6 December will be known as the Sakhir Grand Prix and held on a smaller, 3.5-kilometre outer circuit which has never been used before for international racing. Spa-Francorchamps: Bahrain will host its two Formula One races …

F1 confirms fast, shortened layout for Sakhir Grand Prix
4 years, 3 months ago

F1 confirms fast, shortened layout for Sakhir Grand Prix

The Hindu  

Formula One will hold the second of its two Bahrain races around a shortened, fast layout that will take cars less than 55 seconds to lap in qualifying, an official statement on Friday. Branded the Sakhir Grand Prix, the second race in the Gulf island kingdom will take place on December 6, a week after the country's Bahrain Grand Prix …

Formula One adds four more races to 2020 calendar, 'limited number of fans' to be allowed
4 years, 3 months ago

Formula One adds four more races to 2020 calendar, 'limited number of fans' to be allowed

India TV News  

Formula One added four more races to this year's calendar on Tuesday and said “a limited number of fans” will be able to attend some of the remaining events in the pandemic-disrupted season. Races in Turkey, Abu Dhabi and two in Bahrain will take place in November and December, completing the heavily reshaped calendar. After the Turkish Grand Prix on …

Turkey back on the F1 calendar as Chinese GP is axed
4 years, 3 months ago

Turkey back on the F1 calendar as Chinese GP is axed

The Hindu  

Formula One fleshed out its 2020 calendar to 17 races on Tuesday, with the Chinese Grand Prix cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic but Turkey back on for the first time since 2011 and Bahrain handed two rounds. The sport said in a statement that Turkey's Istanbul Park circuit would host a race on Nov. 15 before a Bahrain double …

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