Japanese Grand Prix: How to watch, start time, TV channel & more

Formula 1 returns at the Japanese Grand Prix as the 20 drivers head to Suzuka in the wake of Carlos Sainz’s heroic victory in Melbourne.

Just 16 days after having his appendix removed, Carlos Sainz claimed victory for Ferrari in Australia last time out.

Max Verstappen’s DNF will no doubt see the Dutchman look to return to his usual spot on the top step of the podium at a track where Red Bull are expected to be strong.

Here is all you need to know ahead of lights out in Japan.

When is the Japanese Grand Prix?

The race gets underway on Sunday, April 7 at 6 am GMT, 1 am ET, and 10 pm PT (Saturday, April, 6).

What time is qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix?

Qualifying for the race takes place on Saturday, April 6 at 7 am GMT, 2 am ET, and 11 pm PT (Friday, April, 5).

How can I watch the Japanese Grand Prix on TV?

Viewers in the UK can watch the race live on Sky Sports, while those in the US can catch the action on ESPN.

Who is the reigning F1 champion?

Max Verstappen topped the drivers’ standings for Red Bull last year – his third title in a row.

2024 F1 Drivers’ Standings

Position	Driver	Team	Wins	Points
1	Max Verstappen	Red Bull	2	51
2	Charles Leclerc	Ferrari	0	47
3	Sergio Perez	Red Bull	0	46
4	Carlos Sainz	Ferrari	1	40
5	Oscar Piastri	McLaren	0	28
6	Lando Norris	McLaren	0	27
7	George Russell	Mercedes	0	18
8	Fernando Alonso	Aston Martin	0	16
9	Lance Stroll	Aston Martin	0	9
10	Lewis Hamilton	Mercedes	0	8
11	Yuki Tsunoda	RB	0	6
12	Oliver Bearman	Ferrari	0	6
13	Nico Hulkenberg	Haas	0	3
14	Kevin Magnussen	Haas	0	1
15	Alex Albon	Williams	0	0
16	Zhou Guanyu	Sauber	0	0
17	Daniel Ricciardo	RB	0	0
18	Esteban Ocon	Alpine	0	0
19	Pierre Gasly	Alpine	0	0
20	Valtteri Bottas	Sauber	0	0
21	Logan Sargeant	Williams	0	0

2024 F1 Constructors’ Standings

Position	Team	Wins	Points
1	Red Bull	2	97
2	Ferrari	1	93
3	McLaren	0	55
4	Mercedes	0	26
5	Aston Martin	0	25
6	RB	0	6
7	Haas	0	4
8	Williams	0	0
9	Sauber	0	0
10	Alpine	0	0