F1 Grand Prix China

On March 21st, the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix will commence, with the season race of the F1 season. Drivers will pump their adrenaline into the cars, as they try to conquer one of the largest circuits of Formula 1 2025. Brace yourself for the adrenaline-pumping and thrilling weekend surrounded by the beautiful elegance of Shanghai.

Date Country Venue
March 14-16 Australia Melbourne
March 21-23 China Shanghai
April 4-6 Japan Suzuka
April 11-13 Bahrain Sakhir
April 18-20 Saudi Arabia Jeddah
May 2-4 USA Miami
May 16-18 Italy Imola
May 23-25 Monaco Monaco
May 30 – June 1 Spain Barcelona
June 13-15 Canada Montreal
June 27-29 Austria Spielberg
July 4-6 United Kingdom Silverstone
July 25-27 Belgium Spa
August 1-3 Hungary Budapest
August 29-31 Netherlands Zandvoort
September 5-7 Italy Monza
September 19-21 Azerbaijan Baku
October 3-5 Singapore Singapore
October 17-19 USA Austin
October 24-26 Mexico Mexico City
November 7-9 Brazil Mexico City
November 20-22 USA Las Vegas
November 28-30 Qatar Lusail
December 5-7 Abu Dhabi Yas Marina

Shanghai Grand Prix Circuit

First Grand Prix 2004
Circuit length 5.451 km
Number of laps 56
Race distance 305.066 km
Lap record 1:32.238 - M Schumacher (2004)

The Shanghai Grand Prix Circuit hosted its first-ever Formula 1 race in the year 2004. Rubens Barrichello for the Ferrari team claimed victory over the 56-lap race while Jenson Button for the BAR team, and Kimi Raikkonen McLaren were runner-ups. The winding Grand Prix is returning for F1 season 2025 and believe us when we say, it is going to be one heck of a race.

History of the Grand Prix Circuit

It was April of 2003 when Formula 1 decided to bless a marshland in the Jiading District of Shanghai with greatness. And so, after eighteen months and a whopping $450 million, the Shanghai Grand Prix Circuit was inaugurated. Designed by Hermann Tilke, the Shanghai Grand Prix is a state-of-the-art racetrack, that can accommodate about 200,000 spectators. The circuit hosted 16 consecutive Formula 1 seasons from 2014 to 2019 with Shanghai Circuit being the host for the historic 1000th F1 race that took place in 2019.

Shanghai Grand Prix Circuit Topography

When seen from the air, the Shanghai Grand Prix Circuit looks like the Chinese symbol of Shang which means ascending or upwards. Not only is the circuit stunning to look at, but it is also quite pleasing for the drivers to race on. Featuring a unique start with the drivers entering Turns 1 and 2 of the circuit and then darting left through Turns 3, and 4, one feels a sudden rush of adrenaline as the cars race past. In addition to supporting medium and slow turns, with two 270-degree corners, the circuit also features a number of long straights, with the 1.2-kilometer stretch being the most famous one. A major drawback of the circuit is that as it is set in an industrial complex, it is often marred by pollution.

Weather of the China Grand Prix

In late March, when the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix will take place, forecasts predict that the Shanghai weather will be mild, with occasional rain. The average low temperatures will range from 6 to 8 degrees Celsius and the average high temperatures will range from 14 to 16 degrees Celsius.

Cost of Shanghai Grand Prix Tickets

Ticket sales for Formula 1 2025, Shanghai Grand Prix began at 12:00 pm on December 18. Spectators were given the option to either opt for single-day passes for Friday, Saturday, Sunday or go for a three-day pass. Last year, China offered the cheapest tickets on the entire F1 calendar, for the 2025 season, the country decided to keep the ticket prices consistent with last year.

Grandstand Session Price (RBM)
A Platinum 3 Day Ticket 2880 ($394.62)
A High 3 Day Ticket 2880 ($394.62)
Friday Ticket 490 ($67.14)
Saturday Ticket 890 ($121.95)
Sunday Ticket 2490 ($341.18)
A Low 3 Day Ticket 2280 ($312.41)
Friday Ticket 390 ($53.44)
Saturday Ticket 690 ($94.54)
Sunday Ticket 1990 ($272.67)
B 3 Day Ticket 1880 ($257.60)
Friday Ticket 360 ($49.33)
Saturday Ticket 660 ($90.43)
Sunday Ticket 1690 ($231.56)
HK/K 3 Day Ticket 1480 ($202.79)
Friday Ticket 290 ($39.74)
Saturday Ticket 590 ($80.84)
Sunday Ticket 1290 ($176.76)
C/F/J 3 Day Ticket 480 ($65.77)

Shanghai Grand Prix 2025 Drivers and Constructors

Entrant Constructor Power unit Race Drivers
BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team Alpine-Renault Renault Jack Doohan
Pierre Gasly
Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team Aston Martin Aramco-Mercedes Mercedes Fernando Alonso
Lance Stroll
MoneyGram Haas F1 Team Haas-Ferrari Ferrari Esteban Ocon
Oliver Bearman
Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber Kick Sauber-Ferrari Ferrari Gabriel Bortoleto
Nico Hülkenberg
McLaren Formula 1 Team McLaren-Mercedes Mercedes Lando Norris
Oscar Piastri
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team Mercedes Mercedes Andrea Kimi Antonelli
George Russell
Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team Racing Bulls-Honda RBPT Honda RBPT Isack Hadjar
Yuki Tsunoda
Oracle Red Bull Racing Red Bull Racing-Honda RBPT Honda RBPT Max Verstappen
Liam Lawson
Williams Racing Williams-Mercedes Mercedes Alexander Albon
Carlos Sainz Jr.