F1 2025 Imola start time today
After qualifying, all eyes turn to the highlight of the weekend: the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
Overtaking is difficult on the technical Imola circuit, making track position and the right strategy absolutely crucial. Every detail can make the difference — something we saw clearly last year in the thrilling battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, who crossed the finish line less than a second apart.
Which driver will take the victory in Imola this year?
The F1 Emilia Romagna GP in Imola starts today, Sunday, May 18, at 14:00 BST. About an hour and a half later, we'll know who has won the seventh race of the season!
Do you want to view the Imola start times in your time zone? Check out the schedule below!
The F1 schedule for Imola is automatically adjusted to your time zone.
F1 schedule Emilia Romagna GP
| Session | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Free practice 1 | Friday 16 May | - |
| Free practice 2 | Friday 16 May | - |
| Free practice 3 | Saturday 17 May | - |
| Qualifying | Saturday 17 May | - |
| Race | Sunday 18 May | - |
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