The Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix is set to captivate motorsport fans this weekend as it marks the second race of the 2025 season, following an exciting opener in Australia. After a dramatic start characterized by heavy rains, the podium from the Australian Grand Prix showed Lando Norris taking the victory, with Max Verstappen and George Russell following closely behind. Notably, rookie driver Gabriel Bortoleto faced an early exit from the race.
Fans eager to catch the action can tune in to Band TV, Band.com.br, and Bandplay, which will cover the event live. The weekend's programming has already commenced, as teams gear up for the intense competition ahead. Coverage of the Grand Prix kicked off on Friday, March 21, 2025, with a series of practice and qualifying sessions leading up to the main race.
On Friday, the schedule included several high-stakes sessions beginning with free practice at 00:20, followed by the Sprint classification at 04:20, and the inaugural Sprint race at 23:45 (all times in Brasília time). This format introduces a new dynamic, offering teams a chance to refine their strategies ahead of the main event.
Looking ahead to Saturday, March 22, the excitement continues with another classification session at 03:00, setting the stage for the main race. Sunday, March 23, will be the highlight of the weekend, featuring the main race starting at 03:30, along with a replay at 10:00 for those who may miss the live event.
In parallel to the F1 activities occurring in China, other significant racing events are taking place globally. The Formula Indy series is returning to Thermal Club, while the NASCAR series will be underway in Homestead-Miami, promising a jam-packed weekend for motorsport fans.
In Brazil, motorsport enthusiasts can also look forward to several exciting openers, including the NASCAR Brasil Series, Copa Truck, and Copa HB20, all set to launch their seasons in Campo Grande, MS. The Porsche Cup Brasil will also kick off at Velocitta, celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025.
The intent is to deliver thrilling races across various formats, from sprint races to traditional formats. Fans eager to follow the action can expect coverage throughout the weekend across multiple platforms, ensuring no one misses a moment of this motorsport extravaganza.
Importantly, for viewers in Brazil, it is essential to note that the timing of races relies on Brasília time. Hence, for those in Campo Grande, there is a one-hour difference to keep in mind. The full schedule includes a generous lineup of races, starting from practice sessions to actual race time for different categories, catering to the interests of various motorsport enthusiasts.
Here's a detailed rundown of the pertinent timings for the weekend:
Friday, March 21
- 00:30 - Formula 1 Free Practice (BandSports | Site Band | F1TV Pro | Bandplay)
- 03:05 - F1 Academy GP of China Classification (BandSports | Site Band | Bandplay | F1TV | Newcoplay | YouTube)
- 04:30 - Formula 1 China Sprint Classification (BandSports | Site Band | F1TV Pro | Bandplay)
- 19:30 - Formula Indy Thermal Club Free Practice 1 (Disney+ Premium | IndyCar Live)
- 21:00 - NASCAR Truck Series at Homestead-Miami Race (Sport TV4 Portugal)
- 22:00 - Porsche Cup Asia Shanghai Classification (YouTube)
Saturday, March 22
- 00:00 - Formula 1 China Sprint Race (Band | BandSports | Site Band | F1TV Pro | Bandplay)
- 01:20 - SRO GT Cup Shanghai Race 1 (YouTube)
- 02:50 - F1 Academy GP of China Race 1 (BandSports | Site Band | Bandplay | F1TV | Newcoplay | YouTube)
- 04:00 - Formula 1 China Main Classification (Band | BandSports | Site Band | F1TV Pro | Bandplay)
- 22:20 - SRO GT Cup Shanghai Race 2 (YouTube)
- 23:45 - F1 Academy GP of China Race 2 (BandSports | Site Band | Bandplay | F1TV | Newcoplay | YouTube)
Sunday, March 23
- 04:00 - Formula 1 China Main Race (Band | BandSports | Site Band | F1TV Pro | Bandplay)
- 12:10 - Copa Truck Campo Grande Race 1 (Band | Sportv (2 or 3) | Bandplay | YouTube)
- 14:00 - NASCAR Brasil Campo Grande Race 2 (Rede TV! | ESPN | Disney+ | YouTube)
- 14:30 - Porsche Cup Brasil Velocitta Race 2 (BandSports | Bandplay | Site Band | YouTube)
- 16:00 - NASCAR Cup Series at Homestead-Miami Race (YouTube | Sport TV5 Portugal)
With these many options and an exciting array of races lined up, motorsport fans are in for an exhilarating weekend full of high-speed action and unmissable events. Stay tuned for all the updates as teams compete for victory!
