The second of the three scheduled Formula 1 races on the F1 calendar in the United States is finally here: the US Grand Prix at Austin, Texas’ Circuit of the Americas. Strap in and get ready for some high-octane action on the racetrack on October 17-19, 2025.
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When is the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix?
The US Grand Prix will be held at 3 p.m. ET on October 19, 2025. Find the full race weekend schedule, including where to watch, below.
F1 US Grand Prix Full Schedule
- F1 Free Practice 1: Friday, Oct. 17 – 1:30 p.m. ET – ESPN2
- F1 Sprint Qualifying: Friday, Oct. 17 – 5:30 p.m. ET – ESPN2
- F1 Sprint Race: Saturday, Oct. 18 – 1 p.m. ET – ESPN Select, ESPNews
- F1 Qualifying: Saturday, Oct. 18 – 5 p.m. ET – ESPN Select, ESPNews
- US Grand Prix: Sunday, Oct. 19 – 3 p.m. ET – ABC, ESPN Unlimited
How to Watch the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix in the United States
You can watch the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix (and other F1 races throughout the year) on ABC and ESPN Unlimited. Find your local ABC affiliate here.
Where is the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix Being Held?
The US Grand Prix will once again be held at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas, which it has called home since 2012.
The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) is a 3.4-mile (5.5 kilometer) racetrack with 20 turns. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc set the lap record for F1 on the track in 2019, clocking in at 1:36.
The track was built in 2010 as the first track built specifically for Formula 1 racing in the United States. It opened in 2012. It also hosts other motorsports events, including NASCAR’s Cup Series EchoPark Automotive Grand Prix.
Which Formula 1 Races Are Held in the United States?
The US Grand Prix is the oldest US-based F1 race, having first been held in any form in 1908 and first held as part of the F1 World Championship in 1959.
Besides the US Grand Prix, there are two other F1 Grand Prix events on the circuit held in the United States: the Miami Grand Prix and the Las Vegas Grand Prix. These two races were first held in 2022 and 2023, respectively.
This year’s Miami Grand Prix was held at the Miami International Autodrome in Miami Gardens, Florida back in May. Oscar Piastri, driving for McLaren, won the race.
The 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix will be held on Nov 22, 2025 in Paradise, Nevada. This race is a street race held at night. The temporary street course includes parts of the iconic Las Vegas Strip.
Who’s the Favorite to Win the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix?
Right now, odds have McLaren’s Lando Norris as the favorite to win the 2025 US Grand Prix. He’s followed closely by Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen, reigning winner Oscar Piastri (McLaren) and Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes).
Past Formula One US Grand Prix Winners
Here are some of the US Grand Prix’s recent winners.
2024: Charles Leclerc
2023: Max Verstappen
2022: Max Verstappen
2021: Max Verstappen
2020: Race not held
2019: Valtteri Bottas
2018: Kimi Raikkonen
2017: Lewis Hamilton
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch the 2025 F1 United States Grand Prix on TV?
F1 fans can watch the US Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas live on ABC on Sunday, October 19 at 3 p.m. ET.
Who is predicted to win the 2025 F1 US Grand Prix?
Right now, odds have McLaren's Lando Norris as the favorite to win the 2025 US Grand Prix. He's followed closely by Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen, reigning winner Oscar Piastri (McLaren) and Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes).
How many F1 races take place in the US?
The US hosts three different F1 races over the course of the year: the United States Grand Prix, the Las Vegas Grand Prix and the Miami Grand Prix.
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