Here’s all the information you need about the F1 Austin Grand Prix.

F1 Austin Grand Prix 2025: Schedule, times and where to watch on TV and stream online

Formula 1 returns to the United States in October for another barnstorming weekend of fast-paced action.
While McLaren has secured its second consecutive Constructors’ Championship following the Singapore Grand Prix, reaching 650 points and placing them out of reach of Mercedes and Ferrari, the Drivers’ Championship standings are a lot closer.
That race is dominated by McLaren’s duo, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen close behind.
Stateside Sprinting 🇺🇸
— Formula 1 (@F1) October 18, 2025
Here are your #F1Sprint start times for wherever you are in the 🌎 - powered by @TAGHeuer ⏱️#F1 #USGP pic.twitter.com/KKWouNMjhr
When is the US Grand Prix?
The 2025 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, is scheduled for Oct. 17–19. This event marks the 19th race of the 2025 F1 season and is a highlight for fans in North America and beyond.
Schedule & Session Times (Austin Local Time)
The weekend kicks off on Friday, October 17, with Free Practice 1 at 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. ET, followed by Sprint Qualifying from 3:30–4:14 p.m. ET.
Saturday, October 18, features the Sprint Race from 11–11:30 a.m. ET and Qualifying from 3–4 p.m. ET.
The main race on Sunday, Oct. 19, is set for 1 p.m. ET).
Where to watch on TV & stream online
In the United States, the 2025 US Grand Prix will be broadcast live on ABC on Sunday, Oct. 19, at 3 p.m. ET. Other sessions, including practice, qualifying, and the sprint race, will air on ESPN2, ESPN Select, and ESPNews, with streaming options available through ESPN+ and the ESPN app.
Globally, F1 TV Pro offers comprehensive coverage of all sessions for subscribers in various regions.
Mighty Max! 🦁
— Formula 1 (@F1) October 17, 2025
He's our polesitter for tomorrow's #F1Sprint in the States 👊#F1 #USGP pic.twitter.com/6RI3apqxlY
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