Anticipation for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix is High
The countdown to the opening race of the 2025 Formula 1 season has reached its final hours. McLaren has made a strong start, securing a front-row lockout with Lando Norris clinching pole position and Oscar Piastri lining up beside him in second place.
Grid Positions for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen will line up alongside Mercedes’ George Russell in third and fourth positions, respectively. Notable standout performances include Yuki Tsunoda, who will start from fifth on the grid, and Williams‘ Alex Albon, who is set to start from sixth.
Speaking about his front-row start in his home town, Piastri commented: “I’m pretty happy. It’s great to start the year on the front row – one position further back than I would have liked, but it’s a fantastic start to the season and I’m pleased with the team’s performance.”
When is the 2025 Australian Grand Prix?
The race will take place on Sunday, 16 March. Here are the local times for key regions:
How to Watch the 2025 Australian Grand Prix
For a comprehensive list of F1 broadcasts for each country, visit here. In Australia, fans can access the race through Fox Sports, Foxtel, and Kayo. UK viewers can follow the action live via Sky Sports F1 or streaming services such as NowTV. United States viewers can watch through ESPN, fuboTV, and F1 TV.
2025 Australian Grand Prix Starting Grid
Here is the starting grid for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix:
- Lando Norris, McLaren
- Oscar Piastri, McLaren
- Max Verstappen, Red Bull
- George Russell, Mercedes
- Yuki Tsunoda, Racing Bulls
- Alex Albon, Williams
- Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
- Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
- Pierre Gasly, Alpine
- Carlos Sainz, Williams
- Isack Hadjar, Racing Bulls
- Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin
- Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
- Jack Doohan, Alpine
- Gabriel Bortoleto, Sauber
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
- Liam Lawson, Red Bull
- Esteban Ocon, Haas
- Oliver Bearman, Haas
