The United States Grand Prix, the 19th round of the 2025 Formula 1 season, begins this Friday (17) at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. The main race is set for Sunday (19) at 4:00 PM (Brasília time), with live broadcasts on Band, Bandsports, and F1TV. The event includes a sprint race on Saturday (18) at 2:00 PM, and teams like McLaren and Racing Bulls feature special liveries.
The 5.5 km track with 20 corners hosts Formula 1 for the 13th time. On Saturday, the main race qualifying takes place at 6:00 PM. Oscar Piastri, leader of the Drivers’ Championship with 336 points, aims to maintain his lead over Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.
- Broadcasts: Band (free-to-air), Bandsports (cable), and F1TV (streaming).
- Highlights: Sprint race and special liveries from six teams.
- Circuit: 56 laps in the main race, with a challenging layout.
Detailed schedule
Free practice opens the weekend on Friday (17) at 2:30 PM, broadcast on Bandsports and F1TV. The sprint race qualifying follows on the same day at 6:30 PM.
On Saturday, the sprint race, roughly a third of the main race distance, is at 2:00 PM. The main race qualifying, setting Sunday’s grid, occurs at 6:00 PM.
Teams with new looks
Six teams debut special liveries for the US GP. Racing Bulls stands out with orange and black camouflage details on their cars.
Haas, Alpine, Williams, Aston Martin, and McLaren also showcase updated visuals, reinforcing team identities for the American round.
Championship standings
Oscar Piastri leads the Drivers’ Championship with 336 points, followed by Lando Norris with 314 and Max Verstappen with 273. McLaren secured the Constructors’ Championship after the Singapore GP.
Mercedes, with 325 points, and Ferrari, with 298, round out the top three. The Austin race could solidify Piastri’s lead or intensify the title fight.
In 2024, Charles Leclerc won for Ferrari, while Lando Norris took pole position.
Hamilton’s risk of negative record
Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton, now with Ferrari, faces a tough moment. He could become the driver with the most races without a podium for the Italian team, surpassing Didier Pironi.
With 18 races without a top-three finish, Hamilton needs a strong result in Austin to avoid this unwanted record. The season’s competitiveness adds pressure.
Track conditions
The Circuit of the Americas is known for its challenging corners and long straights, demanding a balance of speed and grip. Teams have tuned their cars for high temperatures, which may affect performance.
Forecasts indicate hot weather, potentially impacting tire wear and race strategies. In 2024, heat was already a significant factor.
How to follow the event
Band broadcasts the main race at 4:00 PM on Sunday, while Bandsports covers practice, qualifying, and the sprint race. F1TV offers full streaming with narration and on-board camera options.
