Las Vegas Grand Prix maintains late evening schedule as FIA unveils Formula 1 start times for 2024

The New F1 Season: A Record-Breaking Journey Begins

Hold on tight because the upcoming Formula 1 season is set to provide an unprecedented thrill with a staggering 24 events! Yes, you read that right – never before have we witnessed such a jam-packed calendar in the history of this exhilarating motorsport.

But what’s even more intriguing is that despite this extraordinary number of races, most start times will remain unchanged from the previous year. Familiarity can be comforting for fans as they eagerly await their favorite drivers roaring across the tracks.

A Few Twists Along The Way

However, amidst this whirlwind of excitement, there are a couple of races that deviate from tradition. The Miami Grand Prix will kick off at 4pm local time instead of its usual 3:30pm slot. This slight change adds a touch of novelty to an already electrifying event.

Another significant alteration awaits us at the Qatar Grand Prix. Last year’s race in Losail saw drivers grappling with heat exhaustion due to its early evening start time in October – 5 pm to be precise. But fear not! In order to prioritize driver safety and well-being, this year’s event has been rescheduled for December 1st at the safer hour of 8 pm.

Predicting Practice and Qualifying Times

If you’re one who enjoys analyzing every detail leading up to race day, then practice and qualifying times are crucial pieces of information. Fortunately, most Grand Prix races have already released these schedules for the eager fans to plan their viewing sessions accordingly.

However, there are a few exceptions when it comes to sprint weekends and the much-anticipated Las Vegas GP. The schedules for Thursday and Friday activities remain uncertain after last year’s chaos caused by water valve covers being ripped up during Free Practice 1 (FP1). It seems that adjustments might be made this year to avoid any unpleasant surprises that leave both spectators and teams disappointed.

The Demanding Nevada Event

Team principals have been advocating for a less demanding schedule at the Las Vegas GP. Red Bull boss Christian Horner expressed his concerns about the toll it takes on everyone involved behind the scenes. He suggested improvements should be considered in order to make it a smoother experience for all participants.

A Notable Return: Chinese GP

In an exciting turn of events, after a four-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we welcome back the Chinese Grand Prix! Scheduled at 3 pm local time, this comeback race promises intense action just hours before sunset – providing limited daylight if any unforeseen circumstances interrupt proceedings.