The 24-race, 2025 Formula One season begins with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne this weekend. McLaren and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen start their respective defences of the constructors’ and drivers’ championships, with two free-practice sessions today ahead of qualifying tomorrow. Today: FP1 (9:30pm ET), FP2 (1am ET).

A Formula 1 team had to change name due to a strict rule before last season's Australian Grand Prix. This weekend, F1 finally returns as the 2025 season will begin with the Australian Grand Prix, with the race taking place around Albert Park in Melbourne on Sunday.

F1 2025 has officially kicked off in Melbourne with Lewis Hamilton making his long-awaited Ferrari grand prix debut in Melbourne and McLaren remaining favourite for the championship title.Many F1 rookies including Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli,