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The Austrian Grand Prix is a Formula 1 race held at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria. The qualifying session for the Austrian Grand Prix usually takes place on Saturday, with the race taking place on Sunday. The qualifying session is when teams battle for grid positions for the race. The qualifying session typically starts in the afternoon, around 3:00-4:00 pm local time or 2:00-3:00 pm BST, and can be streamed online through platforms such as Sky Go and F1 TV Pro.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Date | 28 June 2025 |
| Day | Saturday |
| Local Time | 4:00 pm |
| UK Time | 3:00 pm |
| Format | Traditional Q1, Q2, and Q3 knockout session |
| Session Duration | 1 hour |
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Local time vs. UK time
The 2024 Austrian Grand Prix qualifying session will take place on Saturday, June 29, at 4 pm local time. For viewers in the United Kingdom, this will be 3 pm BST. The qualifying session will be broadcast live on Sky Sports F1 in the UK, with coverage starting at 2 pm BST.
Local time refers to the time observed in the location where the event is taking place. In this case, the Austrian Grand Prix is held at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria. Therefore, the local time for the qualifying session is 4 pm Austrian time.
On the other hand, UK time, or BST (British Summer Time), is the time observed in the United Kingdom. During the summer months, the UK observes Daylight Saving Time, which is one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). So, when it is 4 pm local time in Austria, it will be 3 pm in the UK during the summer.
It's important to note that time zones can vary across different countries and regions. For example, the United States has multiple time zones, including Pacific, Central, and Eastern Time. When planning to watch an international event like the Austrian Grand Prix, it's always a good idea to check the local time and time zones to ensure you don't miss the action!
Additionally, with the Austrian Grand Prix being held in a different country each year, the time zone and local time may vary. For example, in 2025, the Austrian Grand Prix qualifying session is scheduled to start at 4 pm local time on June 28, which equates to 3 pm BST in the United Kingdom.
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Knockout format
The qualifying session for the Austrian Grand Prix starts at 4 pm local time (3 pm BST). It uses the traditional Q1, Q2, and Q3 knockout session format.
The knockout format is a system used in motorsports, such as Formula One, to determine the starting grid for a race. The format is designed to be exciting and to give an advantage to drivers and teams who perform well in qualifying.
In the case of the Austrian Grand Prix, the knockout format consists of three sessions: Q1, Q2, and Q3. Each session sees drivers eliminated based on their lap times, with the slowest drivers in each session being knocked out.
Q1
The first qualifying session, Q1, usually lasts 18 minutes but was reduced to 12 minutes in 2023. All drivers who are taking part in the race participate in this session. Typically, the slowest five drivers are eliminated, although in certain races with a high number of participants, more than five drivers may be knocked out. Only a driver's fastest lap time is considered, regardless of how many laps they complete during the session.
Q2
The second qualifying session, Q2, typically lasts 15 minutes but was shortened to 10 minutes in 2023. It includes the drivers who made it through Q1. Again, only the fastest lap time is considered, and usually, the slowest five drivers are eliminated, although this can vary depending on the number of participants.
Q3
The final qualifying session, Q3, is the session that determines the order of the starting grid for the race. In 2023, this session lasted eight minutes, down from the usual 12. It includes the drivers who progressed through Q2, and the slowest driver in this session will start the race from the tenth position on the grid, with the pole position going to the driver with the fastest lap time.
The knockout format adds an element of excitement and unpredictability to the qualifying process, as drivers push to stay in the session and secure the best possible starting position for the race.
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Sprint race
The 2024 Austrian Grand Prix sprint race took place on Saturday, 29 June at 12:00 pm local time (11:00 am BST). The race was won by Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who also took pole position for the main race.
The sprint race is a relatively new format in Formula 1, and the Austrian Grand Prix was the third race of the 2024 season to feature it. The race covers a distance of 24 laps or 60 minutes, and the starting grid order is determined by a qualifying session held the day before.
In the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix sprint race, Verstappen fended off an early attack from McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. After an extra formation lap was required due to safety concerns, Verstappen led comfortably from pole position. Norris and Piastri battled for second place throughout the race, with Norris regularly using DRS to close the gap. However, Piastri managed to hold on and finished second, 4.6 seconds behind Verstappen. Norris finished third, 0.7 seconds behind Piastri.
The sprint race is an exciting addition to the Formula 1 calendar, providing an extra element of competition and strategy for the teams and drivers. It also gives fans an extra opportunity to watch their favourite drivers in action and can mix up the starting grid for the main race, creating more exciting and unpredictable racing.
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Live streaming
The Austrian Grand Prix qualifying will be streamed live on various platforms, depending on your region. The qualifying session is scheduled to start at 4 pm local time on Saturday, June 29, 2024.
In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports F1 will broadcast the qualifying live, with coverage starting at 2 pm BST. Live streaming is also available through NOW and Sky Go. Additionally, Channel 4 will broadcast a 90-minute highlights programme at 6:30 pm BST on Saturday, covering both the sprint race and grand prix qualifying.
For international viewers, F1 TV Pro is available in selected territories and can be live-streamed on various devices, including Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku. F1 TV Pro offers exclusive features like onboard cameras from all 20 cars and pre and post-race shows.
- 7 am Pacific
- 9 am Central
- 10 am Eastern
- 8 am Mexico City
- 3 pm UK
- 4 pm Central European Time, South Africa, and Indonesia
- 6 pm Gulf Standard Time
- 7.30 pm India
- 10 pm China, Singapore, Malaysia, and Philippines
- 11 pm Japan
- 12 am Australian Eastern Standard Time (Sunday)
- 2 am New Zealand Standard Time (Sunday)
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Weather forecast
The weather forecast for the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix qualifying day on Saturday, June 29, predicts mostly sunny and dry conditions throughout the day. It is expected to be the hottest day of the week, with temperatures reaching highs of 30°C. A light southerly wind is also expected.
The minimum temperature predicted for the day is 15°C, with a less than 20% chance of rain. The qualifying session, which starts at 4:00 pm local time (3:00 pm BST), will likely see temperatures of around 29°C.
The preceding days will also see warm temperatures, with Friday, June 28, expected to be partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers in the late afternoon. The maximum temperature is predicted to be 28°C, with a minimum of 15°C and a 20% chance of rain.
Overall, spectators and participants at the Red Bull Ring can expect warm to hot conditions for the qualifying session, with minimal rain expected.
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Frequently asked questions
Qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix in 2024 starts at 4 pm local time (3 pm BST).
The qualifying session takes place at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg, Austria.
You can watch the Austrian Grand Prix qualifying in the UK on Sky Sports F1 or stream it online through Sky Go and NOW.
