There is huge excitement about a return to racing action, with Lewis Hamilton’s imminent Ferrari debut the main talking point.
Max Verstappen is aiming for a fifth consecutive world title, while Lando Norris is hoping to go one better after finishing second to the Dutchman last season.
Ahead of the Australia Grand Prix, here’s everything you need to know.
Max Verstappen is looking to win a fifth consecutive F1 world title
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When is Australia Grand Prix?
The Australian Grand Prix is scheduled for a 4am GMT start time on Sunday 16 March, 2025 at the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne.
Australia Grand Prix race schedule in full
Practice 1 – 1.30am GMT on Friday 14 March, 2025
Practice 2 – 5am GMT on Friday 14 March, 2025
Practice 3 – 1.30am GMT on Saturday 15 March, 2025
Qualifying – 5am GMT on Saturday 15 March, 2025
Race – 4am GMT on Sunday 16 March, 2025
How to watch Australia Grand Prix
TV channel: In the UK, every session of the Australia Grand Prix will be shown live Sky Sports.
Free highlights will be available post-race on the official F1 YouTube channel as well as on Channel 4.
Live stream: Sky subscribers can watch online via the Sky Go app.
