Formula 1 has recently announced the six venues that will host Sprint events for the 2025 season. These venues include China, Miami, Belgium, Austin, Brazil, and Qatar. The Sprint format features a shortened 100km race on Saturday as an alternative to the traditional format.
The Austrian Grand Prix, which has been hosting a Sprint event since 2022, will be replaced by Belgium next year. This change aims to keep the excitement of the Sprint events going. The Sprint format has proven to be popular among fans, with increased viewership on TV and social media on Fridays compared to a regular Friday race.
F1 has already released its 2025 calendar, starting with the season-opener in Australia on March 16. This will be followed by the Chinese Grand Prix on March 21-23, kicking off the first Sprint weekend of the season. Miami will host the next Sprint event on May 2-4, with Belgium holding its Sprint on July 25-27.
The second half of the season will see Sprints in the United States in Austin on October 17-19, Sao Paulo on November 7-9, and Qatar on November 28-30. The Sprint format works by having a single practice session on Friday, followed by Sprint Qualifying later in the day. Saturday features the 100km Sprint race, with full Qualifying to determine the grid for the Grand Prix on Sunday.
Teams are restricted in their car setups once Sprint Qualifying begins on Friday, but they can make adjustments after Saturday’s Sprint. This allows them to fine-tune their strategies before the full Qualifying session, where they will be locked in for Sunday’s race.
The upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest on July 19-21 is the next event on the F1 calendar. Fans can catch all the action live on Sky Sports F1. For those looking to stream every F1 race and more, a NOW Sports Month Membership offers a flexible option with no contract, allowing viewers to cancel anytime.
The inclusion of Sprint events in the 2025 Formula 1 season adds an exciting element to the racing calendar, providing fans with more opportunities to witness thrilling races and intense competition. As the sport continues to evolve, the Sprint format has become a popular addition that enhances the overall F1 experience for both fans and teams alike.