2024 Japanese Grand Prix: How and Where to Watch the Next F1 Race?

After serving as the penultimate race of and hosting multiple title-deciding races, including James Hunt’s 1976 championship title, the Japanese Grand Prix, for the first time in the event’s history, will be held in April. The 2024 edition of the race in Suzuka has come in the fourth round of the calendar as the sport caters to the extensive travel demands and its subsequent environmental impact. This early scheduling is in line with F1’s bid to become more sustainable and its promise of reaching net zero carbon emissions by 2030.

Despite the early scheduling, we might witness similar temperatures and weather conditions for the upcoming race at Suzuka, a track with a long-standing relationship with the sport, specifically from 1987. After the recent renewal, now the race is set on the calendar till 2029, barring any external factors like the Covid-19 pandemic because of which the 2020 and 2021 races were canceled. One of the toughest races on the calendar, Suzuka is also the only figure-of-eight track in F1. Now, after featuring multiple title deciders and an unfortunate fatal accident, the Japanese Grand Prix will add to its legend on the first weekend of April, so let’s look at the schedule of the upcoming race in Suzuka.

2024 Japanese Grand Prix schedule: 5th April to 7th April, 2024

The 2024 edition of the race on the figure-of-eight Suzuka circuit will follow the traditional weekend format. We will see the first two practice sessions on Friday, 5th April 2024 with FP1 being extra special for all Japanese fans as the Visa Cash App RB team will feature two Japanese drivers. On the following day, Saturday 6th April 2024, a morning practice session will be followed by the all-important qualifying session which will lock the grid for the race. On Sunday 7th April 2024, it will be lights out, and away we will go to determine the winner of the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix.

After winning the 2023 edition, Max Verstappen would be looking to add another Japanese GP trophy to his tally. He will have extra motivation as he would look for redemption after retirement in the previous race in Melbourne. However, riding on a high, Carlos Sainz will also look to make it two wins in a row, a first in his career. Looking at last year’s result, the Suzuka Circuit suits the McLaren with both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri on the podium, perhaps a repeat in 2024? Now, with all these scenarios to keep in mind, without further ado, let us give you the schedule.

2024 Japanese Grand Prix Practice 1: Friday, April 5th

In 24-hour format – Please also note due to the timings, some of the events will feature a day prior in select time zones

New York, NY, USA: 22:30 – 23:30 EST (Thursday)

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 19:30 – 20:30 PST (Thursday)

London, UK: 02:30 – 03:30 GMT

2024 Japanese Grand Prix Practice 2: Friday, April 5th

New York, NY, USA: 02:00 – 03:00 EST

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 23:00 – 00:00 PST (Thursday)

London, UK: 06:00 – 07:00 GMT

2024 Japanese Grand Prix Practice 3: Saturday, April 6th

New York, NY, USA: 22:30 – 23:30 EST (Friday)

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 19:30 – 20:30 PST (Friday)

London, UK: 02:30 – 03:30 GMT

2024 Japanese Grand Prix Qualifying: Saturday, April 6th

New York, NY, USA: 02:00 – 03:00 EST

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 23:00 – 00:00 PST (Friday)

London, UK: 06:00 – 07:00 GMT

2024 Japanese Grand Prix Race: Sunday, April 7th

New York, NY, USA: 01:00 EST

Los Angeles, CA, USA: 22:00 PST (Saturday)

London, UK: 05:00 GMT

Note: The race will run for 53 laps on a 3.6-mile-long circuit or for 120 minutes.

There you have it folks, the schedule for the upcoming 2024 Japanese Grand Prix. However, if you’re among the millions watching the race from the comfort of your home, apart from the timings, let us tell you where you can stream the race live.

Where to watch the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix?

Thanks to exclusive broadcasting rights, every Formula 1 race has a set telecasting partner which varies from country to country.  information.

The races can be watched on the following streaming platforms in the listed countries. However, if your current geographical location isn’t mentioned above, you can simply click on this link for worldwide broadcasting information.

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