F1 US Grand Prix Sprint Race and Qualifying Schedule How to Watch and More
Max Verstappen has secured pole position for the Sprint Race at the United States Grand Prix. He edged out McLaren’s Lando Norris by just 0.071 seconds, while championship leader Oscar Piastri finished in third, nearly four-tenths behind. This performance highlights an intense battle for the championship, with Piastri currently leading Norris by 22 points, and Verstappen trailing the Australian by 63 points with six races remaining in the season.
F1 US Grand Prix Sprint Race Schedule
The sprint race for the United States Grand Prix is scheduled for Saturday, October 18, 2025. Here are the details:
- Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025
- Start Time: 6 PM BST / 12 PM local time
- Race Distance: 19 laps
Qualifying Schedule
In addition to the sprint race, qualifying for the Grand Prix will take place on the same day. The schedule for qualifying is as follows:
- Start Time: 10 PM BST / 4 PM local time
- Format: Traditional Q1, Q2, Q3
How to Watch the F1 Sprint Race and Qualifying
Fans can catch all the action live through several channels:
- Sky Sports F1: Available in the UK; subscription starts from £20 per month.
- NOW TV: Offers day passes for £14.99 and monthly subscriptions for £31.99.
- Channel 4: Broadcasts highlights a few hours after the race.
For those interested in live commentary, Autosport will provide coverage of both sessions. Additionally, BBC Radio 5 Live and its sports extras will cover both the sprint race and qualifying:
- Sprint Race Coverage: Begins at 5:55 PM BST.
- Qualifying Coverage: Starts at 9:55 PM BST.
Weather Forecast
The weather during the United States Grand Prix weekend is expected to be warm and dry:
- Sprint Race Temperature: Approximately 30°C under cloudy skies.
- Qualifying Temperature: Expected to rise to about 34°C.
- Humidity Levels: Will decrease from 53% during the sprint to 36% during qualifying.
Stay tuned for an exciting weekend at the F1 United States Grand Prix, as drivers compete fiercely for crucial championship points.
