Every inhabited continent has a Grand Prix, and North America is no exception. While other forms of motorsport may be larger in name and fan numbers in the country, Formula 1 is winning the hearts of American fans. This can hardly be avoided, given the show that is put on every year by the organizers and the drivers.

Elevation changes, long straights, and fast corners: the Circuit of the Americas has it all. Due to its placement toward the end of the season, there’s a chance each year that the battle for the title will be decided on this technical track. Designer Hermann Tilke gave a helping hand in the circuit's creation.

On Thursday October 16, press conferences are scheduled ahead of the GP weekend. The sole practice session and Sprint Qualifying take place on Friday October 17, proceeded by the Sprint Race 3 and Grand Prix Qualifying on Saturday, October 18. The Grand Prix will get underway on Sunday, October 19.

The USA GP can be followed live on GPblog an hour before each session. As with all other Grands Prix, the race will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and F1TV Pro, as well as qualifying and free practice sessions.

Track time

Free Practice 1: Friday, October 17 12:30-13:30 

Sprint Qualifying: Friday, October 17 16:30-17:14

Sprint Race: Saturday, October 18 12:00-13:00

Qualifying: Saturday, October 18 16:00-17:00

Race: Sunday, October 19 14:00-16:00

CEST

Free Practice 1: Friday, October 17 19:30-20:30 

Sprint Qualifying: Friday, October 17 23:30-00:14

Sprint Race: Saturday, October 18 19:00-20:00

Qualifying: Saturday, October 18 23:00-23:59

Race: Sunday, October 19 21:00-23:00

The USA Grand Prix is the nineteenth race on the 2025 F1 calendar – after the Singapore GP and before the Mexican GP. View the full 2025 F1 calendar here.

In 2025, Formula 1 will once again be broadcast in the UK by Sky Sports. All F1 sessions across the weekend will be available on their broadcasting channel, with live commentary by David Croft and ex-F1 driver Martin Brundle. Sky Sports will also provide pre- and post-race coverage of qualifying and the Grand Prix.

Another option to watch Formula 1 live is through F1TV Pro, the official streaming service of Formula 1. F1TV Pro broadcasts all the sessions from the USA GP live, and viewers have the ability to choose their preferred commentators as well.

In the last few rounds of the 2024 F1 season, Norris came charging in to keep his title chances alive. At Cota the Ferraris were absolutely on fire, they dominated the race and secured a one-two finish. The fight for P3 was a thrilling battle between championship leader Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. It resulted in an off-track overtake by the McLaren driver, who would be penalised for his actions. Verstappen inherited P3, Charles Leclerc was the winner with Carlos Sainz in second place.

This special track is also dear to Lewis Hamilton, who is the best performing driver ever at the Circuit of the Americas. With 9 podiums including 5 wins he has created a remarkable record in the USA. The first race at the venue in 2012, saw Hamilton beat Vettel after an exciting weekend. The German had secured pole by a tiny margin on Saturday, but was no match for the pace of the Brit on Sunday. 2015 was another memorable win for the seven-time world champion, as he pitted under a Safety Car whilst teammate Nico Rosberg seemed to be on for a race win. The German had already pitted, and though he was ahead at the restart, Hamilton passed him on the fresh rubber. In the cooldown room, Rosberg famously threw his P2 cap at Hamilton after the race.