Following the races in Australia and China, the Formula 1 circus moves on to Suzuka for the Japanese Grand Prix, the third race on the F1 calendar for 2025. The Suzuka International Racing Course is renowned for its iconic S-curves and the 130R. Below you will find the complete schedule for the race weekend, including times in the Netherlands.
When does the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix start?
Due to the time difference with Japan, the sessions take place in the early morning in the Netherlands. Here is the schedule with Dutch times.
Friday, April 4, 2025
| First free practice | 04:30 – 05:30 CET |
| Second free practice | 08:00 – 09:00 CET |
Saturday, April 5, 2025
| Third free practice | 04:30 – 05:30 CET |
| Qualification | 08:00 – 09:00 CET |
Sunday, April 6, 2025
| Race | 07:00 CET |
What can you expect from the Japanese Grand Prix?
The weather in Japan in April is unpredictable, with a potential chance of rain that could completely change the race. Can McLaren continue its dominance, or could Ferrari, Mercedes, or an outsider surprise?
