Formula 1 Calendar Confirmed for 2025 Season: Australia to Host First Race

In an exciting announcement, Formula 1 has revealed the official calendar for the 2025 season, with Australia set to host the first race of the year for the first time since 2019. The 24-race schedule will kick off in Melbourne on March 16, marking the beginning of the 75th anniversary season of the FIA Formula One World Championship.

The change in the order of races was prompted by the timing of Ramadan, which has led to the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races being moved back to April. This shift has opened the door for Australia to reclaim its position as the season opener, with Lewis Hamilton set to make his debut for Ferrari during the weekend.

F1 president Stefano Domenicali expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, highlighting the strong calendar that will feature top-class racing across 24 incredible venues worldwide. The schedule includes familiar circuits from the previous year, with minor tweaks to the order to keep fans on their toes.

One notable change is the Spanish Grand Prix moving to Barcelona for the final time before transitioning to Madrid in 2026. The British Grand Prix at Silverstone will now be part of a double-header, following the Austrian Grand Prix. Additionally, Belgium and Hungary have swapped places in the double-header before the August summer break.

The season will conclude with a thrilling finale in Abu Dhabi on December 7, wrapping up what promises to be an action-packed year of Formula 1 racing. With a mix of traditional circuits and modern venues, the 2025 calendar aims to deliver an unforgettable experience for fans around the world.

As the countdown to the new season begins, fans can look forward to the return of the Chinese Grand Prix in April, which will also feature the first Sprint weekend of the year. Stay tuned for more updates on the Sprint weekends and get ready to witness the excitement of Formula 1 in 2025.