Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2025: Schedule, Viewing Options, and Key Insights
The Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2025 will feature McLaren and Mercedes competing strongly. Lando Norris leads the Drivers’ standings but has voiced concerns over his performance, while teammate Oscar Piastri closes in as a contender. The race weekend begins April 18, with the main event on April 20, viewable across various networks globally.
The Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting event, with McLaren currently in a strong position in the Constructors’ Championship, holding 151 points, significantly ahead of Mercedes and Red Bull. Tensions are apparent within the teams, particularly as Lando Norris leads the Drivers’ Championship but expresses concerns over his recent performance.
Oscar Piastri, Norris’ teammate, is emerging as a formidable competitor, having just secured his second victory of the season, placing him at 74 points, closely trailing Norris. Meanwhile, Mercedes has regained consistency with George Russell leading their efforts. However, Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are still searching for their form.
The race weekend will follow the standard format, starting with practice on April 18: FP1 at 2:30 PM and FP2 at 6 PM UK Time. The final practice and qualifying are on April 19, timed similarly, with the main event to be held at 6 PM BST on April 20, making it a night race under the lights of Jeddah.
Live coverage of the event will start 90 minutes prior to the race. Viewers in the UK can watch on Sky Sports F1 or stream on NOW TV. For free highlights, Channel 4 will air coverage at 9:30 PM BST on Saturday and at 10:30 PM on Sunday. In the US, coverage will be available on ESPN and ESPN Deportes at 1 PM ET. Fans in Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and Italy have various network options like Fox Sports and Canal+. Indian viewers can watch on FanCode at 10:30 PM IST.
As the F1 season progresses, questions arise whether McLaren can maintain its lead, or if Mercedes will close the gap as teams head to Jeddah.
The Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2025 promises thrilling competition with McLaren, Mercedes, and emerging drivers like Piastri. Viewers have numerous options for live coverage across different regions, ensuring fans worldwide will not miss the action. The race weekend is set to kick off on April 18, culminating in the main event on April 20, featuring intense racing under the lights of Jeddah.
Original Source: m.economictimes.com
