How to watch Chinese Grand Prix 2025 online – stream F1 without cable, qualifying highlights

Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain and Scuderia Ferrari looks on during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of China at Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, on March 21, 2025. (Photo by Song Haiyuan/Paddocker/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
(Image credit: Song Haiyuan/Paddocker/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
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Chinese Grand Prix 2025

Formula 1 heads to China and the Shanghai International Circuit this weekend for the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix and you can re-watch today's qualifying, plus Sunday's race, online and from anywhere.

After storming to victory in the Sprint race, Lewis Hamilton will be eyeing up pole but how will the Ferrari fare in a one-lap shootout against the McLarens of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, not to mention Red Bull's Max Verstappen?

Motorsport fans can watch the Heineken Chinese GP online and stream it live in 38 countries with F1 TV Premium (how to watch the F1 Grand Prix of China below).

When is the Chinese Grand Prix?

The Chinese Grand Prix starts 3 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. GMT on Sunday, March 21.

You can watch qualifying highlights on-demand via a host of streaming services (below).

How to watch Chinese Grand Prix in U.S.

The 2025 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix will be live on ESPN.

Stream ESPN channels live with Sling TV and Fubo.

Fans can also stream F1 races in 4K via F1 TV Premium ($129.99 annually).

SHANGHAI, CHINA - MARCH 21: Lewis Hamilton of Great Britain driving the (44) Scuderia Ferrari SF-25 on track during Sprint Qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of China at Shanghai International Circuit on March 21, 2025 in Shanghai, China. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

(Image credit: Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

Outside the U.S.?

Outside the U.S., British fans can watch F1 China on Sky Sports; Australians can watch every session on Kayo Sports.

You can watch F1 via Fancode in India and TSN/TSN+ in Canada.

You can also watch the Chinese Grand Prix via F1 TV Pro and F1 TV Premium (in selected countries only).

Can I watch the Chinese Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium?

Yes. F1 TV Premium gives you the "ability to watch races in 4K Ultra HD/HDR," along with a new personalised Multiview feature available on select devices*.

It's available in 38 countries including the U.S. – but not the U.K.

*Multiview is only available on iOS and TVOS compatible devices and Google Chrome

Can I watch free F1 Chinese GP live streams?

That depends on where you live. Viewers in the following countries can watch free F1 live streams on these TV broadcasters and streaming services for some of this season’s races. Check local broadcaster details for specific information.

Australia – free race highlights on 10Play.

Austria – Full races on ServusTV or ORF (2025 Chinese GP – ServusTV)

Belgium – Full races on RTBF Auvio

Canada – Canadian Grand Prix is free on CTV (English) and Noovo (French).

HungaryM4 Sport

Luxembourg RTL Zwee

U.K.Channel 4 airs free coverage of the British Grand Prix on TV in the UK.

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How long is the F1 Sprint race in China?

It covers a distance of 100km – typically one-third of a typical Grand Prix distance – and should last 30 minutes.

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Aatif Sulleyman

Aatif is a freelance journalist and copywriter based in the UK. He’s written about technology, sport and politics for a wide range of publications including TechRadar, What Hi-Fi?, The Independent, Trusted Reviews, and Newsweek. These days, he focuses mainly on streaming at Future, an arrangement that combines two of his greatest passions: live TV and penny-pinching. When he's not attending a top-flight English soccer match, you can find him perfecting his table tennis skills.

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