The 2025 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix (USGP) takes place this weekend at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, from October 17 to 19.
It’s the 19th round of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship and one of six sprint weekends this season — meaning fans can expect even more on-track action.
🕒 Weekend Schedule
The full race weekend features both sprint and qualifying sessions, followed by the main Grand Prix:
- Friday, October 17: Free Practice 1 and Sprint Qualifying
- Saturday, October 18: Sprint Race and Grand Prix Qualifying
- Sunday, October 19: Main Race (56 laps, starts at 20:00 BST / 2:00 PM local time)
🏁 The Circuit
- Track: Circuit of The Americas (COTA)
- Length: 5.513 kilometers (3.43 miles)
- Laps: 56
- Turns: 20
COTA is famous for its dramatic elevation changes and technical corners, combining fast straights with slow, sweeping bends.
The uphill Turn 1 is one of Formula 1’s most iconic corners, often setting the stage for daring overtakes and dramatic first-lap battles.
🧮 Championship Picture
The 2025 USGP could play a major role in deciding this year’s World Drivers’ Championship.
A tight three-way battle is underway between Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris, and Max Verstappen. With sprint points on offer, every lap matters.
McLaren has already secured the Constructors’ Championship, but internal competition between Norris and Piastri continues to intensify.
Meanwhile, Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton, a six-time USGP winner, and Charles Leclerc are looking to repeat their strong 2024 performance when Ferrari clinched a surprise 1–2 finish in Austin.
🇺🇸 The American F1 Scene
The United States now hosts three Formula 1 races — in Miami, Austin, and Las Vegas — reflecting the sport’s growing popularity in the country.
Austin remains a standout venue thanks to its vibrant atmosphere, live music, and Texan hospitality, drawing fans from across the globe each year.
📺 How to Watch
- US Broadcast: ESPN
- Global Coverage: Formula 1’s official streaming and TV partners
Fans attending in person should plan ahead for parking, transportation, and on-site activities, as COTA offers plenty of viewing areas and entertainment zones for visitors.
🔥 What to Expect
The combination of a sprint weekend, a tight championship race, and Austin’s electric energy makes the 2025 United States Grand Prix one of the most anticipated events of the season.
Expect bold overtakes, unpredictable strategy calls, and a roaring Texan crowd as Formula 1 enters its final stretch of the year.
