If you’ve felt clueless in the last couple of weeks, then don’t worry, your source of entertainment is almost back. Yes, F1 is coming back to the tracks from August 23rd. It does get quite boring when the thrill of speed and chaos doesn’t keep up waiting for the weekends. Nonetheless, the time has come to stop staring at the ceiling blankly. The 2024 Dutch Grand Prix, will be the first race post-summer break. Oh, yes, we begin with Max Verstappen’s home.
The 2024 Dutch Grand Prix will be special for many reasons. First, it’s the first race after the vacation. Second, Verstappen will be defending his unbeatable three consecutive wins in Zandvoort. Third, the race weekend will be one of the deciding factors in retaining the circuit for 2026. The race weekend will witness stories of redemption, retention, and rejection (from points). While Red Bull will use all its might to bounce back, Ferrari too won’t fall behind. Meanwhile, Mercedes and McLaren would want to keep their consistency and pick as many points as possible. However, do you know when and where to watch the drama unfurl? Let’s find out.
The 2024 Dutch Grand Prix schedule
We’re about to witness the Dutch crowd in full bloom. Get ready for the busy weekend, as the homeboy, Verstappen, and his rivals will take over the Zandvoort circuit. A historic track with legendary tales and mishaps will once again host a race. Despite the impending loom of discontinuation, the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix won’t fail to entertain us. Watch out for the midfield teams as well, who knows one of them might make it to the podium.
Friday, August 23: FP1 & FP2
The battle of glory will set out on Friday. All the drivers will flock to the track and put on their best show. Since the junior categories: F2 and F3 aren’t resuming until the last week of September, the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix will be an all-F1 affair. The day will begin with various events like F1 Academy practice sessions, followed by an FIA car presentation. We’ll have to wait till half past 12, for the action to begin. The first free practice session will commence, which will be tailed by a team press conference. Here, the likes of Christian Horner and Andrea Stella will share their thoughts, opinions, and more. 30 minutes later, the FP2 will begin and we’ll see more action and drama.
| 12:30 pm | Dutch GP Practice One |
| 04:00 pm | Dutch GP Practice Two |
Saturday, August 24: FP3 & Qualifiers
You’ll see louder cheering on Saturday. It’ll be a crucial day because of the FP3 that’ll begin just half an hour before noon. The session will be important for the drivers, as it’ll set the rhythm for the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix which shall begin at three in the afternoon. We know how important the Qualifying session is for a Grand Prix race. It’ll be one of the key factors for a driver’s win or loss in the race that’ll commence on Sunday. Meanwhile, the drivers, especially George Russell, Lando Norris, and the local hero, Max Verstappen will fight till the end. Why? Because their repeated debacles need retaliation. And what’s better than getting the front row for the GP race? The day will end with the Driver’s press conference, and with that, we’ve almost reached the showdown.
| 11:30 am | Dutch GP Practice Three |
| 03:00 pm | Dutch GP Qualifying |
Sunday, August 25: Race Day
The ferocious battle is ready to unfold on Sunday as the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix finally arrives! In the grandstands, the crowd will undoubtedly go all-out to support their favorites. Consequently, excitement, theatrics, and high-octane action are exactly what Zandvoort is set to deliver. Soon enough, the F1 drivers will make their way down to the track for the Drivers’ Parade. Then, within the next two hours, they’ll be putting on their helmets and settling into the cockpit. As they warm up their tires and fuel their hunger for victory, the Netherlands will soon witness the Dutch GP live, in action. Ultimately, the moment we’ve all been waiting for will arrive when we hear, “Lights out and away we go,” echoing through the circuit and reverberating through our minds and hearts. After all, the thrill is officially back!
| 01:00 pm | F1 Drivers’ Parade |
| 03:00 pm | Dutch GP Main Race |
That wraps up the Dutch GP 2024 event timings. Next, let’s see how to watch the races.
Where to get hold of the broadcasts of the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix?
When you know the itinerary, it’ll be unfair to not know where to see the drama unfold. Marking the fifteenth race of the 2024 ‘silly season’ the Dutch GP is highly anticipated. We’ve been eagerly waiting for a month for the sport to return, and now it is finally back, we must know all the details, right? So, here’s everything you need to know about broadcasting:
– Official: F1TV
– UK: Sky Sports, Channel 4
– USA: ESPN, ESPN Deportes
– India: FanCode, F1TV
– Australia: Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo
– Japan: FujiTV, DAZN
We’ve come to the end of our ‘know-it-all’ about the 2024 Dutch Grand Prix. Now, you can push away your melancholy and count the days until the Zandvoort circuit is alighted with the glitz and glam of F1. Oh, by the way, all the timings are as per the Dutch Local Time (GMT +2). And please share your predictions for the race. Till, then… keep your petrol heads running!
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