The 2025 Japanese Grand Prix of Formula 1 is not just an event of speed and competition but also a celebration of Japanese history and culture.
The 2025 Japanese Grand Prix is held at the iconic Suzuka Circuit, a venue that combines speed and tradition. This weekend, from Thursday, April 3, to Sunday, April 6, the schedules in Argentina and Miami (two hours behind) offer a window into the excitement of the competition. The 53-lap race is scheduled for 2 a.m. on Sunday, April 6, which will be 2 p.m. that day in Japan. In the first practice, Lando Norris led, while Oscar Piastri was the fastest in the second.
The Suzuka Circuit: History and Appeal
The Suzuka Circuit, located in Mie Prefecture, Japan, is one of the most iconic and challenging tracks on the Formula 1 calendar. Opened in 1962, Suzuka is known for its unique "figure-eight" design, which includes the famous "Spoon" curve and the "130R," one of the fastest corners in the world. This circuit is not only a challenge for drivers but also a symbol of Japanese engineering and precision. Over the years, Suzuka has witnessed historic moments, such as the duels between Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost in 1989 and 1990, and Lewis Hamilton's victory in 2014, which secured his second world title.
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Since 2009, Suzuka has hosted the race except in 2020 and 2021, when the F1 calendar was suspended in Japan due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The last three races on this track were dominated by Max Verstappen, although he did not break the fastest lap record held by Lewis Hamilton in 2019 (1:30.983).
Japanese Grand Prix Schedule:
The 2025 Japanese Grand Prix takes place from Thursday, April 3, to Sunday, April 6. The schedules in Argentina and Miami (two hours behind) are as follows:
Friday, April 4:
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Practice 2: 1:00 a.m. (Argentina) / 11:00 p.m. (Thursday, April 3, Miami)
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Practice 3: 11:30 p.m. (Argentina) / 9:30 p.m. (Miami)
Saturday, April 5:
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Qualifying: 3:00 a.m. (Argentina) / 1:00 a.m. (Miami)
Sunday, April 6:
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Race: 2:00 a.m. (Argentina) / 12:00 a.m. (Miami)
Driver Performance
In the first practice (FP1), Britain's Lando Norris of McLaren set the fastest time with 1:28.549, closely followed by George Russell of Mercedes. The session also saw the first appearance of Yuki Tsunoda with Red Bull, replacing Liam Lawson, and the debut of Ryo Hirakawa with Alpine. In the second practice (FP2), Australia's Oscar Piastri of McLaren led with a time of 1:28.114, followed by Norris and France's Isack Hadjar of RB Formula One Team. The session was marked by interruptions, including a serious accident involving Jack Doohan and a spin by Fernando Alonso.
The 2025 Formula 1 Calendar Includes the Following Dates and Winners So Far:
Australian GP in Melbourne: Lando Norris (McLaren)
Chinese GP in Shanghai: Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
April 6: Japanese GP in Suzuka
April 13: Bahrain GP in Sakhir
April 20: Saudi Arabian GP in Jeddah
May 4: Miami GP (sprint)
May 18: Emilia-Romagna GP in Imola
May 25: Monaco GP
June 1: Spanish GP in Montmeló
June 15: Canadian GP in Montreal
June 29: Austrian GP in Spielberg
July 6: British GP in Silverstone
July 27: Belgian GP in Spa-Francorchamps (sprint)
August 3: Hungarian GP in Budapest
August 31: Dutch GP in Zandvoort
September 7: Italian GP in Monza
September 21: Azerbaijan GP in Baku
October 5: Singapore GP
October 19: United States GP in Austin (sprint)
October 26: Mexican GP in Mexico City
November 9: Brazilian GP in Interlagos (sprint)
November 22: Las Vegas GP
November 30: Qatar GP in Lusail (sprint)
December 7: Abu Dhabi GP in Yas Marina
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What makes the Suzuka Circuit so special?
The Suzuka Circuit is known for its unique "figure-eight" design, which includes challenging curves like the "Spoon" and the "130R." Additionally, its history and Japanese precision make it an iconic symbol of Formula 1.
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