F1 Australia: Race Time & TV Guide
F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025: The Season Begins
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The moment of truth has arrived. Fans at Albert Park Circuit enjoyed the roar of engines during Friday’s practice sessions and Saturday’s qualifying, but this Sunday, they will witness the first Grand Prix of the F1 season. In Australia, without Franco Colapinto (who is following the action from the Alpine box), Formula 1 is set to start at an unusual time.
F1 in Australia: Race Time and How to Watch
For night owls, the start of the Australian GP is perfectly timed. Just after midnight, at 1:00 AM on Sunday, the 20 cars on the grid will make their first start of the season. Fortunately, the race will be broadcast on TV via Fox sports, and streaming on Disney+ Premium.
McLaren Gains an Edge at the Start of the F1 Season
As the 2024 season ended strongly, McLaren was expected to start 2025 on a high note. The initial sessions and Saturday’s qualifying confirmed this expectation: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, their two drivers, secured the front row for Sunday’s race. Surprisingly, their pursuers are not far behind, suggesting a perhaps fierce battle among multiple teams.
Max Verstappen,the four-time champion aiming for a fifth title with Red Bull’s support (seemingly overcoming team weaknesses with his skill),will start 3rd. George Russell of Mercedes will start from 4th. the Ferraris of Charles leclerc and lewis Hamilton, despite a disappointing Q3 but promising pace, qualified 7th and 8th, respectively, with a Racing Bulls (Yuki Tsunoda) and a Williams (Alexander Albon) in between.
Complete Grid for the F1 Race in Australia
- Lando Norris
- Oscar Piastri
- Max Verstappen
- George Russell
- Yuki Tsunoda
- Alexander Albon
- Charles Leclerc
- Lewis Hamilton
- Pierre Gasly
- Carlos Sainz
- isack Hadjar
- Fernando Alonso
- Lance Stroll
- Jack Doohan
- Gabriel Bortoleto
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli
- Nico Hulkenberg
- Liam Lawson
- Esteban Ocon
- Oliver Bearman
F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025: Your Burning Questions Answered
The 2025 Formula 1 season has officially kicked off with the Australian Grand Prix! Here’s everything you need to know about the race, the starting grid, and who to watch out for.
Key Facts About the 2025 Australian Grand Prix
What time does the Australian Grand Prix start?
The Australian Grand Prix starts at 1:00 AM on Sunday.
Were can I watch the Australian Grand Prix?
You can watch the race on Fox Sports and stream it on Disney+ Premium.
Which team secured the front row for the Australian Grand Prix?
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri secured the front row.
The Starting Grid: Who’s Where?
who got pole position for the Australian Grand Prix?
lando Norris secured pole position for the race.
What is the full starting grid for the Australian Grand Prix?
Here’s the complete starting grid:
- Lando Norris
- Oscar Piastri
- Max Verstappen
- George Russell
- Yuki Tsunoda
- Alexander Albon
- Charles Leclerc
- Lewis Hamilton
- Pierre Gasly
- Carlos Sainz
- Isack Hadjar
- Fernando Alonso
- Lance Stroll
- Jack Doohan
- Gabriel Bortoleto
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli
- Nico Hulkenberg
- Liam Lawson
- Esteban Ocon
- Oliver Bearman
Where do the Alpine drivers start in the Australian Grand Prix?
The Alpine drivers start in the following positions:
Pierre gasly starts in 9th position.
Esteban Ocon starts in 19th position.
Key Drivers and Teams to Watch
Which team is expected to perform well in 2025?
McLaren is expected to perform well, starting the season strong after a good performance in 2024.
Which drivers are ones to watch for the australian Grand Prix?
Lando norris and Oscar Piastri (mclaren): Starting in the front row, they have a great opportunity.
max Verstappen (Red Bull): Aiming for his fifth title.
* George Russell (Mercedes): Starting from 4th.
What happened to Franco Colapinto?
Franco Colapinto is following the action from the Alpine box.
What happened to oliver Bearman?
Oliver Bearman will start last in the GP of Australia.
Summary Table: Australian Grand Prix Starting Grid – Top 10
| Position | Driver | Team |
| :——- | :—————- | :———- |
| 1 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 2 | oscar Piastri | McLaren |
| 3 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
| 4 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 5 | Yuki Tsunoda | Racing Bulls|
| 6 | Alexander Albon | Williams |
| 7 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 8 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari |
| 9 | Pierre gasly | Alpine |
| 10 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari |