In the Netherlands, the “sweet” roar of engines spreads. Charge the “batteries”. Formula 1 will offer within a few hours GP d’Olann the home of Verstappen, whose undisputed lead has been a little creaky in recent races. Pushed by a friendly public, Max will try to reassert his dominance by responding to the competition’s attempt to reopen the title games.
Verstappen is looking for confirmation
With the traditional summer break over, it’s time to turn on the green light in Formula 1 with the Dutch GP. Between the corners of Zandvoort, the cyclists will fight for valuable points for the general classification, led by Westappen, as hard as it hasn’t happened in a long time. The RB20 compared to their rivals, they showed a clear lag, so much so that they did not win four races. In front of friendly public, the reigning champion will want to make up for some time in chiaroscuro by gaining an advantage over his rivals.
Mercedes’ excellent form makes them favorites to win, at least on the eve of it. Because every Grand Prix is ​​a story in itself and the teams will try to take advantage of the one-month break to make the necessary adjustments. Even as Toto Wolff lays the groundwork for the future course, with Kimi Antonelli expected to arrive in 2025 alongside George Russell, he continues to write the present. Lewis Hamilton. The seven-time world champion showed excellent pace, culminating in two valuable victories with paddock partner George Russell.
Next in contention will undoubtedly be the McLarens of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Young drivers can actually count on the excellent performance of a car capable of challenging any competitor. Like the Italians, one can only focus on him Ferrari The disappointment of not being able to sign a week before the Imola race is fresh Adrian Newey despite their long meeting.
TV programming and broadcasting
The planned weekend at the Zandvoort circuit will officially begin tomorrow, Friday 23 August Sky Sports F1With free practice set for 12.30pm and the second at 4pm, there will be an opportunity to test the single seater’s specs thoroughly while waiting for the big moment. The third free practice session will take place on Saturday 24th at 11.30am, and at 3.00pm the standard bearers will battle it out for pole position in the regular qualifying sessions.
Finally, Sunday the 25th will be the time for the real Grand Prix. Even travelers will be able to enjoy the show thanks to the SkyGo or NOW pay TV streaming platform. Who doesn’t have a subscription? TV8 It will offer delayed qualifying and racing at 18.30 on Saturday and 18.00 on Sunday.
Live Dutch GP times on Sky
Thursday, August 22
- 13.30: drivers’ press conference
Friday August 23
- Ore 10.05: F1 Academy – Prove 1
- 12.30: F1 – Free Practice 1
- 16:00: F1 – Free Practice 2
- Ore 17.25: F1 Academy – Free Prove 2
Saturday, August 24
- 10.10: F1 Academy – Qualifying
- 11.30: F1 – Free Practice 3
- Ore 14.15: Warming up
- 15:00: F1 – Qualifying
- Ore 17: F1 Academy – Black 1
Sunday, August 25
- Ore 10.35: F1 Academy – Black 2
- 15:00: F1 – Racing
Free schedules on TV8
Saturday, August 24
18:30: F1 – Qualifying
Sunday, August 25
18:00: F1 – Racing