Following the season opener in Australia, the Formula 1 spectacle moves to Shanghai for the Chinese Grand Prix, the second race on the 2025 calendar. The Shanghai International Circuit is known for its long straights and technical corners, promising a challenging weekend full of strategic possibilities. Below is the complete schedule for the race weekend, including Dutch times.
Schedule for the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix (Dutch Time)
Due to the time difference with China, the sessions take place early in the morning in the Netherlands. Make sure you’re ready on time, as it promises to be a spectacular race weekend!
Friday, March 21
- First free practice: 04:30 – 05:30
- Second free practice: 08:00 – 09:00
Saturday, March 22
- Third free practice: 04:30 – 05:30
- Qualification: 08:00 – 09:00
Sunday, March 23
- Race: 08:00
What to Expect from the Chinese Grand Prix?
The 2025 Chinese Grand Prix is one of six races this season with a sprint race format. In this format, the drivers only get one free practice before they dive into the sprint race qualification. This short and intense session determines the starting order for the sprint race, which takes place on Saturday. After the sprint race, the drivers must prepare for the qualification that determines the lineup for Sunday’s race.
With this second race of the season, we get a better picture of the teams’ performances and the effectiveness of their updates. Will this be another battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, or can other teams join the fight for the podium places?
