Chinese GP 2024: How and Where to Watch the Next F1 Race?

Having served as a Formula 1 race venue every season since its inception in 2004, the Chinese Grand Prix held at the Shanghai International Circuit was dropped from the calendar in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the iconic circuit shaped after the Chinese character ‘shang’ is making its return after a 4-year break and will mark the 5th race of the 2024 season.

Designed by one of the greatest modern track designers, Hermann Tilke, the Shanghai International Circuit has it all: a mix of high-speed and slow-speed corners, the famous long winding turn 1, and a couple of long straights always provide opportunities for a lot of on-track action. But the race has also had its fair share of drama over the years, with Lewis Hamilton getting stuck at the pitlane entrance in 2007 being one of the unforgettable moments. The main race will take place on Sunday, April 21st, however, the action will start with the first free practice session on Friday morning, April 19th.

2024 Chinese Grand Prix schedule: 19th April to 21st April

The Chinese Grand Prix has always hosted the race in a traditional weekend format. However, with its return following the introduction of the Sprint Weekend format in 2021, the 2024 Chinese GP will follow the latest update to the Sprint Weekend structure. There will only be one free practice session held on Friday for the teams and drivers to set up their cars before they head straight into the sprint qualifying later in the afternoon.

It will be a challenging FP1 session for everyone, as the drivers will have only one hour to familiarize themselves with the circuit after a 4-year gap. The Sprint Race itself will take place on Saturday morning, followed by a qualifying session that will set the grid for the main race on Sunday. The race will see the drivers go around the 5.451-kilometer Shanghai International Circuit for 56 laps.

It was Lewis Hamilton who won the race back in 2019, but it seems highly unlikely that he will be able to repeat that. All bets will be on Max Verstappen to remain unbeaten on the track in 2024 after winning a commanding victory in Japan. Here is the complete schedule for the Chinese Grand Prix weekend.

Chinese Grand Prix Practice 1: Friday, April 19th

Note: All times are in the 24-hour format. Also, due to the timing, some of the events will feature a day prior in select time zones.

New York, NY, USA: 23:30 – 00:30 EDT (Thursday)

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 20:30 – 21:30 PDT (Thursday)

London, UK: 04:30 – 05:30 BST

Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying: Friday, April 19th

New York, NY, USA: 03:30 – 04:14 EDT

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 00:30 – 01:14 PDT

London, UK: 08:30 – 09:14 BST

Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Race: Saturday, April 20th

New York, NY, USA: 23:00 – 00:00 EDT (Friday)

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 20:00 – 21:00 PDT (Friday)

London, UK: 04:00 – 05:00 BST

Chinese Grand Prix Qualifying: Saturday, April 20th

New York, NY, USA: 03:00 – 04:00 EDT

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 00:00 – 01:00 PDT

London, UK: 08:00 – 09:00 BST

Chinese Grand Prix Main Race: Sunday, April 21st

New York, NY, USA: 03:00 – 04:00 EDT

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 00:00 – 01:00 PDT

London, UK: 08:00 – 09:00 BST

And that’s the complete weekend structure for the Chinese Grand Prix. If you’re attending the race in person, Grandstand K is a highly recommended spot. Positioned overlooking the Turn 14–15 hairpin, it offers the best vantage point for witnessing overtaking action. However, if you want to enjoy the race from your home, there are plenty of ways to do that as well.

Where can I watch the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix?

Formula 1 has an impressive list of broadcasting partners that you can use to stream the race live, depending on your country of residence. Here are a few popular options:

If you are unable to find out how to stream the race, use this link to get the complete list of Formula 1 broadcasters worldwide. And that’s everything you need to know about how and where to watch the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix. Share your race predictions with us in the comments below.