Today's F1 Abu Dhabi GP qualifying start time
Today, qualifying for the Formula 1 Grand Prix of Abu Dhabi will take place. Last year, Max Verstappen secured pole position, but this year it will be far from easy. Ferrari and McLaren are lurking and are in a title fight for the Constructors' Championship. Who will grab pole position?
The qualifying for the F1 Abu Dhabi GP starts today, Saturday, December 7, at 14:00 GMT.
Do you want to view the start times in your time zone? Check out the schedule below!
The F1 schedule for Abu Dhabi is automatically adjusted to your time zone.
F1 schedule Abu Dhabi GP
| Session | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Free practice 1 | Friday 6 December | - |
| Free practice 2 | Friday 6 December | - |
| Free practice 3 | Saturday 7 December | - |
| Qualifying | Saturday 7 December | - |
| Race | Sunday 8 December | - |
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