A China Comeback
After a hiatus of five years, Formula 1 is set to make a triumphant return to China in 2024. The last time this racing event graced the Shanghai International Circuit was in 2019, a race that saw Lewis Hamilton clinch victory with his trademark finesse and skill. Now, F1 fans eagerly anticipate the resurgence of F1 action in the heart of China.
When is the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix?
The 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix takes place Friday April 19 – Sunday April 21. The dates and times are listed below.
- Practice 1: Thursday April 18 11:30pm – 12:30pm EST Friday April 19
- Sprint Shootout Qualifying: Friday April 19, 3:30am EST
- Sprint Race: Friday April 19, 11:30pm EST
- Qualifying: Saturday April 20, 3:00am EST
- Race: Sunday April 21, 3:00am EST
Where is the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix Taking Place?
The 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix is taking place in Shanghai, China at the Shanghai International Circuit.
Where can I watch the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix?
In the U.S., all sessions can be watched live through the various ESPN channels including ESPN2 and ABC. In the U.K., the sessions can be viewed through Sky Sports.
Where can I stream the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix?
Streaming is available in the U.S. through ESPN+. In the U.K., you can stream with Sky Sports F1 NOW. Depending on your region, live streaming of all sessions can seen through DAZN.
Predictions
With Formula One’s return to China, so much has changed in the F1 landscape since the series last visit in 2019. Adding to the challenge of predicting this year’s edition of the Chinese Grand Prix is the fact that the track has been newly resurfaced, and changing conditions throughout the weekend are a possibility. Considering all of this, I feel like this is a recipe for a shock to the standard we have become used to in recent seasons. After noting all of that, if the track is dry for both the sprint race and on the main race day, we should expect similar results.
Finally, without further delay, I will give my predictions for both the sprint race and the main race. For the sprint race, if the two Red Bulls are able to avoid any possible chaos at the start, I have Sergio Perez picking himself up to third, Lando Norris dropping back only one spot from his pole position to second, then Max Verstappen climbing up to first. In the feature race, the Red Bulls are able to make it a comfortable race for themselves with Verstappen in first and Perez in second to make it another 1-2 Red Bull finish. Coming in for the final spot on the podium in third, I have it going to Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes in what will be a pleasant surprise.
That does it for the 2024 F1 Chinese Grand Prix preview. Let’s have a fun weekend of racing.
