Formula 1 rolls into Budapest this weekend for the Hungarian Grand Prix, marking the final showdown before the sport takes its traditional summer break.
McLaren's Oscar Piastri heads into Hungary riding high after a dominant display at Spa-Francorchamps, where he snapped his winless run since the Spanish GP with a commanding sixth victory of the season.
The Aussie handled the changing conditions with class, crossing the line 3.4 seconds ahead of teammate Lando Norris and a full 20 seconds clear of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. That result saw Piastri widen his championship lead to 16 points.
With just one race left before the mid-season reset, both McLaren drivers will be gunning for a crucial win and a full 25-point haul as their quest for a maiden title, and McLaren's first drivers' crown since 2008, intensifies.
However, the Hungaroring presents a different kind of test. Known for its narrow layout and twisty corners, overtaking opportunities will be few and far between. And with rain in the forecast for Sunday, another chaotic and unpredictable Grand Prix could be on the cards.
The 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix race is finally here and for all your time, TV and streaming details, look no further than The Sporting News for a full guide.
Where to watch F1 Hungarian Grand Prix for free
| TV channel | Streaming |
| Fox Sports (506) | Kayo Sports, Foxtel, F1 TV |
All the F1 action from the Hungaroring Circuit in Mogyoród, Pest County, Hungary, will be available to watch live on Fox Sports and via streaming service Kayo Sports, which is offering a FREE trial for new subscribers.
Fans can also follow the race through the official F1 TV streaming service, which provides live timing insights and a vast library of on-demand content. Accessible via the web and app stores, F1 TV offers both Pro and Premium subscription plans, with new users eligible for a seven-day trial.
Hungarian Grand Prix start time
The 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix will take place at the Hungaroring in Mogyoród, Pest County, Hungary, on Sunday, August 3, and will begin at 3:00 p.m. local time (CEST).
Here's how that start time translates across Australia:
| Date | Start time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Sunday, Aug 3 | 11:00 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Sunday, Aug 3 | 10:30 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Sunday, Aug 3 | 9:00 p.m. |
Hungarian Grand Prix starting grid
| Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
| 2 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren |
| 3 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
| 4 | George Russell | Mercedes |
| 5 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin |
| 6 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin |
| 7 | Gabriel Bortoleto | Kick Sauber |
| 8 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | Racing Bulls |
| 10 | Isack Hadjar | Racing Bulls |
| 11 | Oliver Bearman | Haas |
| 12 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari |
| 13 | Carlos Sainz | Williams |
| 14 | Franco Colapinto | Alpine |
| 15 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes |
| 16 | Yuki Tsunoda | Red Bull Racing |
| 17 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine |
| 18 | Esteban Ocon | Haas |
| 19 | Nico Hulkenberg | Kick Sauber |
| 20 | Alexander Albon | Williams |
F1 race schedule 2025
| Date | Grand Prix | Track |
| Aug. 1-3 | Hungary | Hungarian Ring |
| Aug. 29-31 | Netherlands | Circuit Zandvoort |
| Sept. 5-7 | Italy | National Monza Racetrack |
| Sept. 19-21 | Azerbaijan | Baku City Circuit |
| Oct. 3-5 | Singapore | Marina Bay Street Circuit |
| Oct. 17-19 | USA* | Circuit of the Americas |
| Oct. 24-26 | Mexico | Rodriguez Brothers Racetrack |
| Nov. 7-9 | Brazil* | Jose Carlos Pace Racetrack |
| Nov. 20-22 | Las Vegas | Las Vegas Strip Circuit |
| Nov. 28-30 | Qatar* | Lusail International Circuit |
| Dec. 5-7 | Abu Dhabi | Yas Marina Circuit |
*Sprint format