Barcelona
Since 1991, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has been a fixture on the Formula 1 calendar. Located just outside Barcelona, this technical and fast-paced track is a favorite among drivers and engineers alike. It often serves as a benchmark for car performance thanks to its mix of long straights, high-speed corners, and tight technical sections. And now, it's time for the third and final race of the 2025 triple header: the Spanish Grand Prix!
Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
The Spanish Grand Prix is held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, a 4.657 km track with 14 corners and two DRS zones. Built in 1991 and used extensively for pre-season testing, this track is well-known to teams and drivers. It challenges every aspect of a car’s performance—especially aerodynamics and tire management.
The race covers 66 laps, totaling 307.236 kilometers. Max Verstappen currently holds the lap record at 1:18.149, set in 2023. With the Mediterranean climate, weather can range from blazing sun to unpredictable winds, making strategy crucial.
Legends like Michael Schumacher (with six wins) and Lewis Hamilton (with multiple victories and pole positions) have left their mark on this circuit. But with a competitive 2025 grid, anything could happen this year.
Spanish grand prix 2024
The Spanish Grand Prix is a home race for two drivers: Carlos Sainz and Fernando Alonso! But aside from that, the weekend went smoothly, and qualifying was thrilling! There were many contenders for pole position. At one point, it looked like local hero Carlos Sainz would start on the front row, but in the end, both Brits—Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton, were faster than the Spaniard. Lando Norris ultimately secured the fastest time, followed by Max Verstappen in P2 and Lewis Hamilton in third.
The race itself was also exciting to watch! A lot happened, starting right from the beginning. With Lando Norris on pole and Max Verstappen alongside him, Norris appeared to get a good start. But as they approached the first corner, George Russell, starting from fourth, overtook both drivers and took the lead!
However, he couldn't hold onto it for the entire race, as Max Verstappen went on to win the Grand Prix. It wasn't an easy race for George Russell either—he suffered from a slow pit stop and had a tough battle with Lando Norris. There were lots of great on-track duels, but in the end, Max Verstappen took the win, with Lando Norris finishing second and Lewis Hamilton rounding out the podium in third place.
Why You Should Visit the Spanish GP: Best Viewing Tips
The Spanish GP is one of the most accessible and fan-friendly races in Europe. The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya offers fantastic viewing, with elevated sections around Turns 3, 5, and 10. The Main Grandstand and Grandstand G near Turn 10 are fan favorites for watching overtakes.
Barcelona itself is a dream destination—great weather, incredible food, beaches, nightlife, and rich culture. During the F1 weekend, the city comes alive with fan events, driver appearances, and pop-up parties.
What time does the Spanish Grand Prix start in my time zone?
Free practice 1
- Las Vegas (PDT): 4:30 AM
- London (BST): 12:30 PM
- Berlin (CEST): 1:30 PM
- Moscow (MSK): 2:30 PM
- Dubai (GST): 3:30 PM
- Melbourne (AEST): 9:30 PM
- Tokyo (JST): 8:30 PM
- Singapore (SGT): 7:30 PM
- New York (EDT): 7:30 AM
- China (CST): 7:30 PM
- India (IST): 5:00 PM
Free practice 2
- Las Vegas (PDT): 8:00 AM
- London (BST): 4:00 PM
- Berlin (CEST): 5:00 PM
- Moscow (MSK): 6:00 PM
- Dubai (GST): 7:00 PM
- Melbourne (AEST): 1:00 AM
- Tokyo (JST): 12:00 AM
- Singapore (SGT): 11:00 PM
- New York (EDT): 11:00 AM
- China (CST): 11:00 PM
- India (IST): 8:30 PM
Free Practice 3
- Las Vegas (PDT): 3:30 AM
- London (BST): 11:30 AM
- Berlin (CEST): 12:30 PM
- Moscow (MSK): 1:30 PM
- Dubai (GST): 2:30 PM
- Melbourne (AEST): 8:30 PM
- Tokyo (JST): 7:30 PM
- Singapore (SGT): 6:30 PM
- New York (EDT): 6:30 AM
- China (CST): 6:30 PM
- India (IST): 4:00 PM
Qualifying
- Las Vegas (PDT): 7:00 AM
- London (BST): 3:00 PM
- Berlin (CEST): 4:00 PM
- Moscow (MSK): 5:00 PM
- Dubai (GST): 6:00 PM
- Melbourne (AEST): 12:00 AM
- Tokyo (JST): 11:00 PM
- Singapore (SGT): 10:00 PM
- New York (EDT): 10:00 AM
- China (CST): 10:00 PM
- India (IST): 7:30 PM
Spanish Grand Prix
- Las Vegas (PDT): 6:00 AM
- London (BST): 2:00 PM
- Berlin (CEST): 3:00 PM
- Moscow (MSK): 4:00 PM
- Dubai (GST): 5:00 PM
- Melbourne (AEST): 11:00 PM
- Tokyo (JST): 10:00 PM
- Singapore (SGT): 9:00 PM
- New York (EDT): 9:00 AM
- China (CST): 9:00 PM
- India (IST): 6:30 PM
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