It’s almost time for “Lights out and away we go!” for the first time in 2025 as Formula 1 returns with the 2025 Australian Grand Prix. This weekend’s race will air on TV via ESPN. Fans can watch F1 races for free by signing up for a trial of fuboTV.
You can also get a free trial via Direct TV Stream. Sling doesn’t have a free trial, but is the cheapest streaming service on the market.
It’s an odd start time for viewers in the U.S. With the race on the other side of the glove, the Australian GP is set to start at midnight EDT on the East Coast and 9 p.m. EDT on the West Coast.
The Australian GP will kick off a hotly anticipated F1 season. Max Verstappen is the reigning champ — again. But it’s McLaren who look like the early favorites. Also keep an eye on Lewis Hamilton, who’s making his Ferrari debut.
How to watch the 2025 Australian GP | Start time, TV channel, live stream
What time does the race start? What TV channel will it air on? – The 2025 Australian Grand Prix will kick off right around midnight EDT Sunday morning and will air on ESPN.
Live stream: fuboTV | DirecTV Stream | Sling — You can sign up for a free trial via fuboTV and DirecTV Stream. Additionally, fuboTV also offers 25% off your first month.
Meanwhile, Sling is the cheapest overall option for watching F1 races.
Viewers with a cable subscription can use login credentials from their TV provider to watch via the ESPN app and WatchESPN.
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