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Start time 2025 F1 Chinese GP

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, the F1 Chinese Grand Prix kicks off. Who will claim victory in the second race of the season? Check out all the start times for the race weekend in Shanghai in this article.

F1 Chinese GP start time

After the Shanghai International Circuit returned to the calendar last year, we’re heading back to the Chinese GP, where Lewis Hamilton has won an impressive six times. This weekend promises even more action, as China hosts the first sprint weekend of the season. Which team will capitalize on the opportunity and score the most points with more at stake?

The 2025 F1 Chinese GP weekend takes place from Friday, March 21, to Sunday, March 23, marking the second race of the season. On Friday, the free practice session and sprint qualifying will take place. Saturday’s schedule features the sprint at 03:00 GMT, followed by qualifying at 07:00 GMT. The race itself kicks off on Sunday, March 23, at 07:00 GMT.

Do you want to view the F1 start times in your time zone? Check out the schedule below!

F1 schedule Chinese GP

Session Date Time
Free practice 1 Friday 21 March -
Sprint qualifying Friday 21 March -
Sprint race Saturday 22 March -
Qualification Saturday 22 March -
Race Sunday 23 March -

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