The Formula 1 season continues with the Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit, a favorite among drivers. This race, taking place from April 4th to 6th, is the first leg of a triple-header before heading to Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
Suzuka is known for its challenging, high-speed corners that test the aerodynamic performance of the cars. The passionate Japanese fans are especially excited this year with Yuki Tsunoda`s move to the main Red Bull team.
In the championship standings, Lando Norris leads Max Verstappen by a small margin, followed closely by George Russell and Oscar Piastri. Ferrari is looking to bounce back after a disappointing race in China.
Suzuka Circuit: A Track Overview
The Suzuka Circuit is a legendary 3.6-mile track, famous for its figure-of-eight layout and iconic corners like the Esses, Degners, Spoon, and 130R. These challenging sections make it one of the most demanding circuits in motorsport.
Suzuka has been a regular fixture on the F1 calendar since 1987, hosting many championship-deciding races, particularly in its original position at the end of the season. Now held in April, the race coincides with Japan`s beautiful cherry blossom season.
Weather Forecast for the Japanese GP
Current forecasts for Suzuka predict a dry weekend start with sunny spells on Friday and Saturday. However, there is an increasing chance of rain on Sunday, race day. Temperatures are expected to be in the high teens throughout the event.
Japanese GP 2025 Schedule
Thursday, April 3rd
- Drivers` Press Conference
Friday, April 4th
- Practice One (starts at 3:30 AM)
- Team Principals` Press Conference
- Practice Two (starts at 7:00 AM)
Saturday, April 5th
- Practice Three (starts at 3:30 AM)
- Qualifying (starts at 7:00 AM)
Sunday, April 6th
- Japanese Grand Prix (starts at 6:00 AM)
