Formula 1 travels to the Lusail International Circuit for the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix. This modern, high-speed venue is known for its flowing layout, long straights and nighttime atmosphere, offering a demanding challenge for tyres and cooling packages. Teams will also face significant temperature shifts as sessions run from late afternoon into the night. Image: Formula 1 ©
Below is the full 2025 Qatar GP schedule, presented with local times as well as UK, US Eastern Time and Paris, Brussels conversions for easy viewing.
Qatar GP 2025 schedule and time
| Session | Local (Qatar) | UK | US (ET) | Paris, Brussels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | Fri, Nov 28, 16:30 – 17:30 | 13:30 – 14:30 | 08:30 – 09:30 | 14:30 – 15:30 |
| Sprint qualifying | Fri, Nov 28, 20:30 – 21:14 | 17:30 – 18:14 | 12:30 – 13:14 | 18:30 – 19:14 |
| Sprint | Sat, Nov 29, 17:00 – 18:00 | 14:00 – 15:00 | 09:00 – 10:00 | 15:00 – 16:00 |
| Qualifying | Sat, Nov 29, 21:00 – 22:00 | 18:00 – 19:00 | 13:00 – 14:00 | 19:00 – 20:00 |
| Race | Sun, Nov 30, 19:00 | 16:00 | 11:00 | 17:00 |
How to watch the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix
UK coverage is available on Sky Sports F1, while US viewers can follow every session on ESPN. French and Belgian audiences can watch via Canal+ and RTBF. F1 TV Pro also streams the full weekend live in supported regions.
Support series this weekend
The Qatar Grand Prix weekend includes Formula 2 and Porsche Supercup, adding extra racing action throughout Friday, Saturday and Sunday alongside the main F1 programme.
FAQ: 2025 Qatar Grand Prix
When is the 2025 Qatar GP?
The event runs from November 28 to November 30, with the race held on Sunday at 19:00 local time.
Where is the Qatar GP held?
The race takes place at the Lusail International Circuit, located north of Doha. The track features long, flowing corners and a 1-km main straight, making it one of the fastest modern circuits on the F1 calendar.
How long is the race?
The Grand Prix runs for approximately 90 minutes, covering about 305 kilometres across a full race distance.
