ALL ABOUT THE FORMULA ONE 2025 SEASON.
Not long ago, the lights went out at the iconic Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, where Dutchman Max Verstappen was crowned champion of the 2023/2024 Formula One season.
Now, a brand-new season is upon us, promising the usual excitement, glamour, and drama that define Formula One. Familiar faces are back on track to deliver another thrilling season. Among the most notable developments during the off-season was Lewis Hamilton’s high-profile move from Mercedes to Ferrari, a switch that has sparked significant intrigue.
Key questions loom as the 2025 season begins: Can Sir Lewis Hamilton still claim another championship? Will Max Verstappen continue his dominance? Could this be the year George Russell, Sergio Pérez, or Charles Leclerc breaks Verstappen’s streak? And who will emerge victorious in the Constructors’ Championship—Red Bull, Mercedes, McLaren, Ferrari, or perhaps an underdog like Aston Martin or Honda?
Formula One: The 2025 Season Overview
The 2025 Formula One calendar features 24 races spanning from March to December. Australia will host the season opener on Sunday, March 16, two weeks later than in 2024. Bahrain, which has traditionally opened the season since 2021, moves to April due to Ramadan. Saudi Arabia also shifts to April, while China and Japan have been moved forward to become the second and third races of the season.
The season will conclude on December 7 in Abu Dhabi. The British Grand Prix is scheduled for July 4-6.
Pre-Season Testing
Pre-season testing will take place in Bahrain from February 26-28, offering teams three days to fine-tune their cars before racing begins.
Calendar Adjustments
Several calendar changes have been made for 2025:
- A triple-header in April includes Japan, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia.
- Spain moves forward by three weeks to late May/early June.
- Belgium and Hungary have swapped weekends, with Budapest now hosting the final race before the summer break.
- This year will feature a four-week autumn gap for the last time; starting next year, there will be just one week between Singapore and Austin in October.
2025 Full Race Calendar
| Round | Location | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-Season Testing | Bahrain (Sakhir) | February 26-28 |
| Round 1 | Australia (Melbourne) | March 14-16 |
| Round 2 | China (Shanghai) | March 21-23 |
| Round 3 | Japan (Suzuka) | April 4-6 |
| Round 4 | Bahrain (Sakhir) | April 11-13 |
| Round 5 | Saudi Arabia (Jeddah) | April 18-20 |
| Round 6 | Miami | May 2-4 |
| Round 7 | Emilia Romagna (Imola) | May 16-18 |
| Round 8 | Monaco | May 23-25 |
| Round 9 | Spain (Barcelona) | May 30-June 1 |
| Round 10 | Canada (Montreal) | June 13-15 |
| Round 11 | Austria (Spielberg) | June 27-29 |
| Round 12 | Great Britain (Silverstone) | July 4-6 |
| Round 13 | Belgium (Spa-Francorchamps) | July 25-27 |
| Round 14 | Hungary (Budapest) | August 1-3 |
| Round 15 | Netherlands (Zandvoort) | August 29-31 |
| Round 16 | Italy (Monza) | September 5-7 |
| Round 17 | Azerbaijan (Baku) | September 19-21 |
| Round 18 | Singapore | October 3-5 |
| Round 19 | United States (Austin) | October 17-19 |
| Round 20 | Mexico City | October 24-26 |
| Round 21 | Brazil (São Paulo) | November 7-9 |
| Round 22 | Las Vegas | November 20-22 |
| Round 23 | Qatar (Lusail) | November 28-30 |
| Round 24* | Abu Dhabi | December 5-7 |
*Sprint weekends are marked at select races.
2023/2024 Final Standings
The previous season ended with Max Verstappen as champion for Red Bull. The full standings were:
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 🥇
- Lando Norris (McLaren) 🥈
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari) 🥉
- George Russell (Mercedes)
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
- Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)
- Pierre Gasly (Alpine)
- Nico Hülkenberg (Haas)
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
As the new season begins, all eyes are on whether Verstappen can continue his reign or if a challenger will rise to dethrone him.
