The first qualifying session of the 2025 Formula 1 season is here, and it is all to play for at the Australian Grand Prix. Saturday’s third practice session saw hometown hero Oscar Piastri top the timing sheets,

This is the starting grid for the Australian Grand Prix, the first race of the 2025 F1 season. Lando Norris starts on pole position with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri joining him on the front row. Red Bull's Max Verstappen goes from third as he starts his bid to win a fifth successive world title.

The 24-race, 2025 Formula One season begins with the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne this weekend. McLaren and Red Bull’s Max Verstappen start their respective defences of the constructors’ and drivers’ championships, with two free-practice sessions today ahead of qualifying tomorrow. Today: FP1 (9:30pm ET), FP2 (1am ET).