- Qatar GP (November 7-9)
- Sunday’s race: 5 pm BST / 12 pm ET
- Free Stream: ORF On (AUT)
- Unlock your free stream with NordVPN
Watch Qatar Grand Prix live streams as McLaren attempt to undo last weekend’s cataclysmic disqualification of both cars for technical infringements. Lando Norris is 22 points ahead of teammate Oscar Piastri and 25 clear of in-form defending champion Max Verstappen as we go into the penultimate race of the season at the Lusail International Circuit.
Verstappen is third on the grid and complained of a ‘bouncing’ Red Bull during qualifying. The Dutchman will have to overcome that if he’s to have any chance of retaining his title. A further 0.011secs behind Verstappen was Russell, followed by his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli in fifth, ahead of the Racing Bulls of Isack Hadjar
Earlier on Saturday, Piastri won an eventful Sprint ahead of Norris in second to narrow the gap to his title rival, with Verstappen moving up from sixth on the grid to finish fourth. George Russell in the Mercedes finished third.
Sunday is race day at the Lusail International Circuit and it could be a tension-filled classic under the light for the 7pm local time start. Here’s how to watch the Qatar Grand Prix online from anywhere and potentially for FREE.
Qatar Grand Prix starting grid
1. Oscar Piastri – McLaren
2. Lando Norris – McLaren
3. Max Verstappen – Red Bull
4. George Russell – Mercedes
5. Kimi Antonelli – Mercedes
6. Isack Hadjar – Racing Bulls
7. Carlos Sainz – Williams
8. Fernando Alonso – Aston Martin
9. Pierre Gasly – Alpine
10. Charles Leclerc – Ferrari
11. Nico Hulkenberg – Sauber
12. Liam Lawson – Racing Bulls
13. Ollie Bearman – Haas
14. Alex Albon – Williams
15. Yuki Tsunoda – Red Bull
16. Esteban Ocon – Haas
17. Lewis Hamilton – Ferrari
18. Lance Stroll – Aston Martin
19. Gabriel Bortoleto* – Sauber
20. Franco Colapinto – Alpine
* Bortoleto has a five-place grid penalty after a crash at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Qatar Grand Prix schedule
Practice 1 – Friday, November 28 | 1.30pm GMT / 8.30am ET
Sprint Qualifying – Friday, November 28 | 5.30pm GMT / 12.30pm ET
Sprint race – Saturday, November 29 | 2pm GMT / 9am ET
Qualifying – Saturday, November 29 | 6pm GMT / 1pm ET
Qatar Grand Prix – Sunday, November 30 | 4pm GMT / 12pm ET
How to watch the Qatar Grand Prix for FREE
Free F1 live streams of every race are available in three countries: Austria, Belgium and Luxembourg. There are also free extended highlights on offer in the UK and Australia.
- Australia – 10Play (free highlights)
- Austria – ORF On (free live broadcast)
- Belgium – RTBF Auvio (free live broadcast)
- Luxembourg – RTL Zwee (free live broadcast)
- U.K. – Channel 4 (free highlights)
How to watch Qatar Grand Prix from anywhere
Most F1 live streams are location-sensitive. So, you probably won’t be able to access your home service when traveling abroad. A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a small but powerful app that lets you select your preferred location.
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How to watch the Qatar Grand Prix in the US
All F1 races this season will be available to watch on Disney-owned services ESPN, ESPN2, ABC and, occasionally, ESPN Select (formerly ESPN Plus).
Cord-cutters can livestream ESPN via Sling TV, Fubo , and Hulu with Live TV.
We believe Sling Orange (from $45.99/month) is the best choice for F1 fanatics as it includes ESPN, ESPNews and ESPN2, offering great-value live coverage for viewers who plan to watch Formula 1 in 2025 and beyond. Not only that but you can also get access to their brand-new Day Plan which gives you access to ESPN for just $4.99 $1.
You can also stream F1 races live and in 4K on F1 TV Premium ($129.99 annually).
If you want to catch the F1 but are traveling outside America right now. Make sure to use NordVPN to watch your usual services.
How to watch the Qatar Grand Prix in the UK
In the UK, Sky Sports is the home of F1 with a dedicated channel for all the action.
Sky Sports packages start from £22 per month. Or you can use a more flexible streaming option, Now, (formerly Now TV). Now sports passes start at £14.99 for a day pass, but you will need the £34.99 monthly membership to watch the full grand prix weekend.
Outside the UK for the race? Use NordVPN (try risk-free) to watch while on your travels.
How to watch the Qatar Grand Prix in Australia
Fox Sports via Kayo is the main option for Australian viewers with full HD coverage and multi-screen viewing options of the Qatar Grand Prix.
Plans start from $30 a month after you’ve taken advantage of its first month for $1 offer.
Outside Oz and looking to access your Fox Sports stream? Make sure to use NordVPN.
How to watch the Qatar Grand Prix in Canada
Canadian F1 fans can watch the Qatar Grand Prix on TSN.
If you’ve ditched the cord you’ll want to check out TSN Plus, which costs $8/month or $80/year. The TSN app will allow you to live stream F1 practice sessions, qualifying and the race from your phone, streaming box or supported device.
Use NordVPN to if you’re outside the country for the Qatar Grand Prix.
What is the Qatar Grand Prix weather forecast?
Unlike last weekend in Las Vegas, it’s looking like we’re in for a dry race weekend in Qatar.
Temperatures will be in the mid-70sF for the race, which will be a night time classic.
What is the Qatar Grand Prix preview?
Those McLaren disqualifications in Las Vegas have only added to the intrigue this weekend, as Norris seeks the two-point advantage he needs over teammate Piastri and defending champion Verstappen to take the title for the first time.
The Duchman was 104 points adrift of top sport after his home grand prix, but has fought back impressively. Norris, though, isn’t unduly worried.
“How I am now feels the same as before Mexico when I wasn’t leading. It feels the same as Austin when I still felt good in the car, but Max still won the race,” said Norris. “I really don’t feel any different in the car from before I was leading to now when I’m leading.”
What is the Sprint race format?
The Qatar Grand Prix in Lusail, is one of six race weekends in 2025 to feature a Sprint. Over a 100km distance, the drivers compete in a fast-moving race designed to encourage lots of overtaking and less strategy.
First to take the chequered flag gets eight points, down to one point for finishing eighth. Sprint qualifying takes place on Friday, with the Sprint race the first track action of the day on Saturday.
Qatar is the sixth and final Sprint of the season.
Formula 1 2025 schedule
Round 23: Qatar, November 28-30
Round 24: Abu Dhabi, December 5-7
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