The Formula 1 championship continues at the Austrian Grand Prix with a Saturday marked by practice and qualifying. After an excellent Friday, Kimi Antonelli has positioned himself as a favorite, leading both practice sessions in very hot conditions.
The Mercedes driver has outperformed the McLaren pair, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, in the second session. However, some drivers, like Sergio Pérez, have experienced technical issues, with a Cadillac that stopped due to engine overheating.
Saturday Schedule
The Saturday program includes the third practice session and qualifying, which are essential on a circuit like the Red Bull Ring, where small details can make a difference. The schedule will be as follows:
- Practice 3: Saturday, June 27, at 12:30 CEST
- Qualifying: Saturday, June 27, at 16:00 CEST
How to watch the Austrian GP of F1
Television coverage varies by region. In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports holds exclusive rights and broadcasts each session live. In the USA, Apple TV offers free coverage for the entire weekend as part of a special promotion.
Weather forecast
For Saturday, even higher temperatures are expected, with sunny conditions during practice and qualifying. According to the FIA, a heat danger has been declared for the weekend, which will force teams to manage conditions carefully, as track temperatures may complicate tire preparation.
Sunday is also expected to be a warm day, so managing temperature, tire longevity, and the drivers’ ability to stay cool will be crucial throughout the weekend.
Full Program of the Austrian GP
- Friday, June 26: Practice 1 at 13:30 CEST
- Friday, June 26: Practice 2 at 17:00 CEST
- Saturday, June 27: Practice 3 at 12:30 CEST
- Saturday, June 27: Qualifying at 16:00 CEST
- Sunday, June 28: Grand Prix at 15:00 CEST
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