2025 F1 Dutch Grand Prix: Your Guide to Zandvoort Action
The Formula 1 circus returns to the iconic Circuit Zandvoort for the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix from August 29-31. This highly anticipated event promises a thrilling weekend of high-speed racing, with fans eagerly watching to see if home hero Max Verstappen can conquer his home circuit once again.
Race Schedule and Broadcast Times (All times Eastern)
Get ready for a full weekend of Formula 1 action. Here's when you can catch all the key sessions:
- Friday, August 29: Practice 1 at 6:00 AM ET on ESPN2, followed by Practice 2 at 9:55 AM ET on ESPN2.
- Saturday, August 30: Qualifying, where drivers will battle for pole position, is scheduled for 8:55 AM ET. Broadcast details will be available on ESPN.
- Sunday, August 31: The main event, the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix race, kicks off at 9:00 AM ET.
Verstappen's Quest for a Home Victory
Max Verstappen, the Dutch superstar, has a strong record at Zandvoort, having won his home Grand Prix since its return to the calendar in 2021. Despite this history, he has expressed that securing a win at the 2025 event might require some luck, and he is approaching this year's race feeling less certain than in previous visits. Nevertheless, many predictions still favor Verstappen to be a strong contender for victory on his home turf, fueled by the immense support from the orange army of fans.
How to Watch the Dutch Grand Prix
For fans in the United States, ESPN will be your go-to for live coverage of the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix. Practices will be broadcast on ESPN2, while the main race on Sunday will be shown on ESPN. Additionally, F1 TV Pro subscribers can stream all practice sessions, qualifying, and the race live. For radio coverage of qualifying, tune into SiriusXM.
Stay tuned for what promises to be an exhilarating weekend of Formula 1 racing at the Circuit Zandvoort!
