Formula 1’s Japanese Grand Prix, which took place just half a year ago, has now been rescheduled to April for the 2024 season. Max Verstappen currently leads the drivers’ championship, but Ferrari and Carlos Sainz are riding high after their unexpected victory in Melbourne. Here are the key timings for the race weekend, which will take place from April 5th to 7th:
Suzuka is located nine hours ahead of GMT and eight hours ahead of BST. The action begins with the first practice session at 11.30am local time (3.30am UK) on Friday, followed by the second practice at 3pm local time (7am UK). On Saturday, the final practice will take place at 11.30am local time (3.30am UK), followed by the qualifying session at 3pm local time (7am UK). Finally, the grand prix itself will be held on Sunday at 2pm local time (6am UK).