By rikififi90 
The International Circuit of Shanghai hosts the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in the early hours of Sunday, March 23, marking the second round of the 2025 season. The race is set to start at 4 a.m. (Brasília time), promising a thrilling battle following Lando Norris’s victory in the Australian GP, which kicked off the championship with excitement. Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time world champion, starts from pole position with Ferrari, raising high expectations after also winning the season’s first sprint race on Saturday. Live coverage will be available across multiple platforms, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
The Shanghai race arrives with a refreshed dynamic after Max Verstappen’s dominance in 2024, when the Red Bull driver secured pole and the win, followed by Norris and Sergio Perez on the podium. This year, the newly resurfaced track, now more abrasive, adds an extra layer of difficulty in tire management, particularly for the front left tire, which takes a beating in the circuit’s long corners. Known for offering more overtaking opportunities than the season average, the Chinese GP could see this amplified by unpredictable weather and the sprint format, shaking up team strategies and the weekend’s flow.
For Brazilian fans, the presence of Gabriel Bortoleto, the reigning Formula 2 champion and Sauber rookie, stands out. After a promising debut in Australia, where he reached Q2, the driver aims to solidify his adaptation to the top tier of motorsport. The Chinese round, with its blend of technical corners and long straights, will be a key test for him and Sauber, a team in transition ahead of its transformation into Audi’s factory outfit in 2026.
🔴AO VIVO🔴
O #Briefing analisa tudo o que pode acontecer no GP da China, segunda etapa da temporada 2025 da F1
🎙️ @lumarino_
⭐ @bernard0castro e @rodrigo_berton https://t.co/NcvmLr9IcC#F1noGP #ChineseGP #F1— Grande Prêmio (@grandepremio) March 23, 2025
Schedule and broadcast options for the race
The Chinese GP schedule requires Brazilian viewers to tune in during the early hours. The 4 a.m. start is familiar to F1 followers, and the intensity of the competition makes it worth the effort. Band will broadcast the race live on free-to-air TV, while BandSports provides in-depth coverage on pay TV. Streaming options include BandPlay, subject to platform conditions, and the Band website, which also offers real-time viewing.
- Friday, March 21: Free practice at 12:30 a.m. and sprint qualifying at 4:30 a.m.
- Saturday, March 22: Sprint race at midnight and main qualifying at 4 a.m.
- Sunday, March 23: Race at 4 a.m.
What drives the Chinese GP in Shanghai
The Chinese Grand Prix has long been a stage for memorable Formula 1 moments, and this edition is poised to follow suit. Spanning 5.451 km, the Shanghai circuit blends low-speed corners with straights that encourage overtaking, such as the lengthy pit straight, one of the longest in the season. The new asphalt, introduced for 2025, increases track abrasiveness, potentially leading to significant tire wear and forcing teams to adapt their approaches. This was evident in the sprint race, where Hamilton outpaced Verstappen and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who rounded out the podium.
Hamilton’s pole position reignites his historic rivalry with Verstappen, who dominated last season but now faces a resurgent Briton thriving at Ferrari. McLaren remains a strong contender after Norris’s win in Australia, while Red Bull looks to regain its footing. Bortoleto, starting 14th in the sprint, faced setbacks after contact with Jack Doohan, finishing 18th, but still has the main race to showcase his talent. Sauber, which finished last in 2024, sees the Brazilian as a cornerstone of its rebuilding efforts.
Beyond the on-track action, the Chinese GP marks the return of the sprint format, designed to boost weekend excitement. The 19-lap sprint, held early Saturday, delivered drama with Hamilton’s victory, though it awards fewer points than the main race, which offers up to 26 to the winner. Shanghai’s weather, often a wild card, could also play a pivotal role, with forecasts hinting at light rain that might shake up track conditions and tire choices.
Key features of the Shanghai circuit
The Shanghai International Circuit boasts traits that set it apart in the F1 calendar. Designed by architect Hermann Tilke and opened in 2004, it challenges both drivers and engineers. Here are some defining elements:
- Turn 1 and 2: A tight, prolonged sequence demanding precision and stressing front tires.
- Main straight: Over 1.2 km long, perfect for overtaking and DRS use.
- Turn 13: A high-speed parabolic corner testing car aerodynamics.
- New asphalt: Rougher surface increases wear and may cause graining, impacting performance.
Expectations and highlights for the main race
With Hamilton starting from pole, Sunday’s race promises fierce competition. The Briton, fresh off his sprint win, showed Ferrari’s strength on this track, but Verstappen, lining up second, remains a formidable threat with his consistency and bold overtaking. McLaren, with Piastri in third and Norris in sixth, is well-positioned after its Australian success. The start will be critical, as the long opening corner could shuffle the field early on.
Gabriel Bortoleto, despite his sprint misfortune, remains a focal point for Brazilian fans. The 20-year-old, who shone in Formula 2 in 2024, has a shot at his first F1 points, though it hinges on a clean start and avoiding incidents like the one that hampered his Saturday. Sauber’s modest pace could still capitalize on retirements or mistakes from leading teams, a frequent occurrence in Shanghai due to high wear and variable conditions.
Weather adds another layer of intrigue. Light rain is possible overnight, potentially turning the race into a test of adaptability. In 2024, Verstappen triumphed in dry conditions, but the Chinese GP has a history of chaos in the wet, like Hamilton’s 2007 retirement after sliding into the gravel. Slick tires on a damp track or intermediates in mixed conditions could shape the outcome.
Weekend schedule in Shanghai
The Chinese GP packed action into three days. Here’s the rundown (Brasília time) of what’s happened and what’s ahead:
- Friday, March 21: Free practice at 12:30 a.m. and sprint qualifying at 4:30 a.m.
- Saturday, March 22: Sprint race at midnight (won by Hamilton) and main qualifying at 4 a.m.
- Sunday, March 23: Race at 4 a.m., with 56 laps scheduled.
Live coverage remains widely accessible, with Band on free TV, BandSports on cable, and digital options via BandPlay and the Band website, ensuring fans catch every twist of the race.
The International Circuit of Shanghai hosts the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in the early hours of Sunday, March 23, marking the second round of the 2025 season. The race is set to start at 4 a.m. (Brasília time), promising a thrilling battle following Lando Norris’s victory in the Australian GP, which kicked off the championship with excitement. Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time world champion, starts from pole position with Ferrari, raising high expectations after also winning the season’s first sprint race on Saturday. Live coverage will be available across multiple platforms, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment of the action.
The Shanghai race arrives with a refreshed dynamic after Max Verstappen’s dominance in 2024, when the Red Bull driver secured pole and the win, followed by Norris and Sergio Perez on the podium. This year, the newly resurfaced track, now more abrasive, adds an extra layer of difficulty in tire management, particularly for the front left tire, which takes a beating in the circuit’s long corners. Known for offering more overtaking opportunities than the season average, the Chinese GP could see this amplified by unpredictable weather and the sprint format, shaking up team strategies and the weekend’s flow.
For Brazilian fans, the presence of Gabriel Bortoleto, the reigning Formula 2 champion and Sauber rookie, stands out. After a promising debut in Australia, where he reached Q2, the driver aims to solidify his adaptation to the top tier of motorsport. The Chinese round, with its blend of technical corners and long straights, will be a key test for him and Sauber, a team in transition ahead of its transformation into Audi’s factory outfit in 2026.
🔴AO VIVO🔴
O #Briefing analisa tudo o que pode acontecer no GP da China, segunda etapa da temporada 2025 da F1
🎙️ @lumarino_
⭐ @bernard0castro e @rodrigo_berton https://t.co/NcvmLr9IcC#F1noGP #ChineseGP #F1— Grande Prêmio (@grandepremio) March 23, 2025
Schedule and broadcast options for the race
The Chinese GP schedule requires Brazilian viewers to tune in during the early hours. The 4 a.m. start is familiar to F1 followers, and the intensity of the competition makes it worth the effort. Band will broadcast the race live on free-to-air TV, while BandSports provides in-depth coverage on pay TV. Streaming options include BandPlay, subject to platform conditions, and the Band website, which also offers real-time viewing.
- Friday, March 21: Free practice at 12:30 a.m. and sprint qualifying at 4:30 a.m.
- Saturday, March 22: Sprint race at midnight and main qualifying at 4 a.m.
- Sunday, March 23: Race at 4 a.m.
What drives the Chinese GP in Shanghai
The Chinese Grand Prix has long been a stage for memorable Formula 1 moments, and this edition is poised to follow suit. Spanning 5.451 km, the Shanghai circuit blends low-speed corners with straights that encourage overtaking, such as the lengthy pit straight, one of the longest in the season. The new asphalt, introduced for 2025, increases track abrasiveness, potentially leading to significant tire wear and forcing teams to adapt their approaches. This was evident in the sprint race, where Hamilton outpaced Verstappen and McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, who rounded out the podium.
Hamilton’s pole position reignites his historic rivalry with Verstappen, who dominated last season but now faces a resurgent Briton thriving at Ferrari. McLaren remains a strong contender after Norris’s win in Australia, while Red Bull looks to regain its footing. Bortoleto, starting 14th in the sprint, faced setbacks after contact with Jack Doohan, finishing 18th, but still has the main race to showcase his talent. Sauber, which finished last in 2024, sees the Brazilian as a cornerstone of its rebuilding efforts.
Beyond the on-track action, the Chinese GP marks the return of the sprint format, designed to boost weekend excitement. The 19-lap sprint, held early Saturday, delivered drama with Hamilton’s victory, though it awards fewer points than the main race, which offers up to 26 to the winner. Shanghai’s weather, often a wild card, could also play a pivotal role, with forecasts hinting at light rain that might shake up track conditions and tire choices.
Key features of the Shanghai circuit
The Shanghai International Circuit boasts traits that set it apart in the F1 calendar. Designed by architect Hermann Tilke and opened in 2004, it challenges both drivers and engineers. Here are some defining elements:
- Turn 1 and 2: A tight, prolonged sequence demanding precision and stressing front tires.
- Main straight: Over 1.2 km long, perfect for overtaking and DRS use.
- Turn 13: A high-speed parabolic corner testing car aerodynamics.
- New asphalt: Rougher surface increases wear and may cause graining, impacting performance.
Expectations and highlights for the main race
With Hamilton starting from pole, Sunday’s race promises fierce competition. The Briton, fresh off his sprint win, showed Ferrari’s strength on this track, but Verstappen, lining up second, remains a formidable threat with his consistency and bold overtaking. McLaren, with Piastri in third and Norris in sixth, is well-positioned after its Australian success. The start will be critical, as the long opening corner could shuffle the field early on.
Gabriel Bortoleto, despite his sprint misfortune, remains a focal point for Brazilian fans. The 20-year-old, who shone in Formula 2 in 2024, has a shot at his first F1 points, though it hinges on a clean start and avoiding incidents like the one that hampered his Saturday. Sauber’s modest pace could still capitalize on retirements or mistakes from leading teams, a frequent occurrence in Shanghai due to high wear and variable conditions.
Weather adds another layer of intrigue. Light rain is possible overnight, potentially turning the race into a test of adaptability. In 2024, Verstappen triumphed in dry conditions, but the Chinese GP has a history of chaos in the wet, like Hamilton’s 2007 retirement after sliding into the gravel. Slick tires on a damp track or intermediates in mixed conditions could shape the outcome.
Weekend schedule in Shanghai
The Chinese GP packed action into three days. Here’s the rundown (Brasília time) of what’s happened and what’s ahead:
- Friday, March 21: Free practice at 12:30 a.m. and sprint qualifying at 4:30 a.m.
- Saturday, March 22: Sprint race at midnight (won by Hamilton) and main qualifying at 4 a.m.
- Sunday, March 23: Race at 4 a.m., with 56 laps scheduled.
Live coverage remains widely accessible, with Band on free TV, BandSports on cable, and digital options via BandPlay and the Band website, ensuring fans catch every twist of the race.
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