How to Watch the 2025 F1 Qatar Grand Prix: Full ESPN Schedule
Get ready for the 2025 F1 Qatar Grand Prix! This guide outlines the full ESPN broadcast schedule for all practice, sprint, qualifying, and race sessions from the Lusail International Circuit. Don't miss the critical penultimate race weekend as the F1 season nears its thrilling conclusion.
The 2025 Formula 1 season is entering its penultimate race weekend in Qatar, with the action set to unfold at the Lusail International Circuit. Fans can catch all sessions live on ESPN networks, culminating in the main race on Sunday, November 30th.
Why it matters:
The Qatar Grand Prix marks a critical point in the F1 calendar as teams and drivers head into the final two races of the season. With championships often decided or heavily influenced in these concluding rounds, every session from practice to the main race holds significant weight for contenders aiming to secure their positions or make a late charge.
The details:
- Event Venue: Lusail International Circuit, Doha, Qatar.
- Defending Champion: Max Verstappen, who secured victory at last year's event, with Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri completing the podium.
- Race History: The Qatar Grand Prix made its debut in 2021.
- Broadcast Schedule (All times ET):
- Friday, Nov. 28:
- Practice 1: 8:25 a.m. (ESPNU)
- Sprint Qualifying: 12:25 p.m. (ESPNEWS/ESPN App)
- Saturday, Nov. 29:
- Sprint Race: 8:55 a.m. (ESPN2)
- Qualifying: 12:55 p.m. (ESPNEWS/ESPN App)
- Sunday, Nov. 30:
- Main Race: 10:55 a.m. (ESPN2)
- Friday, Nov. 28:
- Streaming: All sessions will also be available for streaming via the official F1 streaming hub on the ESPN App.
What's next:
Following the Qatar Grand Prix, the Formula 1 season will conclude with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on December 7th. Fans can stay updated with all the latest F1 news, results, standings, and exclusive content, including the "Unlapped" podcast, by visiting ESPN's dedicated Formula 1 page.