Bahrain Grand Prix 2025: Full schedule and how to watch F1 action live
Max Verstappen heads to the Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 just one point behind Lando Norris in the Formula 1 championship standings after clinching his first win of the season in Japan.
Formula 1 returns to the Bahrain International Circuit from April 11–13, 2025, following the Japanese Grand Prix. Verstappen's victory at Suzuka ended a slow start to the season and reignited his title hopes.
Despite continued concerns over the Red Bull RB21, the Dutchman enters Bahrain with renewed momentum.
McLaren's Lando Norris, who finished second in Japan, still tops the standings with 62 points. Verstappen sits close behind with 61, while Norris' teammate Oscar Piastri rounds out the top three on 49.
The tight contest sets up a high-stakes battle in Bahrain, with McLaren currently leading the constructors' championship on 111 points.
Bahrain GP Schedule (Local Time)
Friday, April 11: Practice 1: 14:30 – 15:30 Practice 2: 18:00 – 19:00
Saturday, April 12: Practice 3: 15:30 – 16:30 Qualifying: 19:00 – 20:00
Sunday, April 13: Grand Prix: 18:00
How to Watch
Fans in the UK can watch live on Sky Sports F1 and NowTV, while US viewers can tune in via ESPN, fuboTV, and F1 TV.
Bahrain GP Fast Facts
Most Wins: Lewis Hamilton (5)
First Edition: 2004, won by Michael Schumacher
Lap Record: Pedro de la Rosa – 1:31.447 (2005)
Current Standings
Drivers
Lando Norris (McLaren) – 62 pts
Max Verstappen (Red Bull) – 61 pts
Oscar Piastri (McLaren) – 49 pts
Constructors
McLaren – 111 pts
Mercedes – 75 pts
Red Bull – 61 pts
The Bahrain Grand Prix 2025 could prove pivotal in shaping the championship race, as Verstappen looks to overtake Norris in one of the season's most anticipated contests.
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