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How to watch F1 in Australia for free: On-demand live stream, channel, start time for 2025 Dutch Grand Prix

Saino Zachariah

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All eyes will be on the Circuit Zandvoort as the iconic track hosts the the 2025 Dutch Grand Prix on Sunday, August 31.

McLaren have been the team to beat this season, with Lando Norris winning in Hungary -- his third victory in the last four races, while teammate Oscar Piastri has also impressed. Between them, the papaya outfit have clinched 11 of the 14 races so far in 2025: Norris with five and Piastri with six.

Norris arrives at Zandvoort as the defending champion, hoping to retain his title.

Meanwhile, local hero Max Verstappen faces pressure at home. Red Bull have not been as threatening as in the recent past, with Verstappen missing the podium in his last four races and managing just two wins this season.

However, the four-time champion cannot be underestimated, especially with rain expected over the weekend and he thrives on wet tracks. Zandvoort is a fan favourite circuit, but its volatile weather could make things unpredictable with wet conditions, in which Verstappen has historically thrived.

The 2025 Dutch Grand Prix race is finally here and for all your time, TV and streaming details, look no further than The Sporting News for a full guide.

Where to watch F1 Dutch Grand Prix for free

TV channelStreaming
Fox Sports (506)Kayo, Foxtel, F1 TV

All the F1 action from the Circuit Zandvoort will be available to watch live on Fox Sports and via streaming service Kayo Sports, which is offering a FREE trial for new subscribers.

Fans can also follow the race through the official F1 TV streaming service, which provides live timing insights and a vast library of on-demand content. Accessible via the web and app stores, F1 TV offers both Pro and Premium subscription plans, with new users eligible for a seven-day trial.

Dutch Grand Prix start time

The 2025 Dutch Grand Prix will take place at the Circuit Zandvoort in Zandvoort, Netherlands, on Sunday, August 31, and will begin at 3:00 p.m. local time (CEST).

Here's how that start time translates across Australia:

 DateStart time
Australian Eastern Standard TimeSunday, Aug 3111:00 p.m.
Australian Central Standard TimeSunday, Aug 3110:30 p.m.
Australian Western Standard TimeSunday, Aug 319:00 p.m.

Dutch Grand Prix starting grid

PositionDriverTeam
1Oscar PiastriMcLaren
2Lando NorrisMcLaren
3Max VerstappenRed Bull Racing
4Isack HadjarRacing Bulls
5George RussellMercedes
6Charles LeclercFerrari
7Lewis HamiltonFerrari
8Liam LawsonRed Bull Racing
9Carlos SainzWilliams
10Fernando AlonsoAston Martin
11Kimi AntonelliMercedes
12Yuki TsunodaRed Bull
13Gabriel BortoletoKick Sauber
14Pierre GaslyAlpine
15Alex AlbonWilliams
16Franco ColapintoAlpine
17Nico HulkenbergKick Sauber
18Esteban OconHaas
19Oliver BearmanHaas
20Lance StrollAston Martin

F1 race schedule 2025

DateGrand Prix Track
Aug. 1-3HungaryHungarian Ring
Aug. 29-31NetherlandsCircuit Zandvoort
Sept. 5-7ItalyNational Monza Racetrack
Sept. 19-21AzerbaijanBaku City Circuit
Oct. 3-5SingaporeMarina Bay Street Circuit
Oct. 17-19USA*Circuit of the Americas
Oct. 24-26MexicoRodriguez Brothers Racetrack
Nov. 7-9Brazil*Jose Carlos Pace Racetrack
Nov. 20-22Las VegasLas Vegas Strip Circuit
Nov. 28-30Qatar*Lusail International Circuit
Dec. 5-7Abu DhabiYas Marina Circuit

*Sprint format

Saino Zachariah

Saino Zachariah is a content producer at The Sporting News, with a focus on cricket, AFL, NRL, and Indian sports.

His work has appeared in publications such as The Mirror UK & US, Irish Star, and Express where he has covered MLB, football, tennis, and basketball. 

Starting his journey through fantasy sports, he developed a keen eye for numbers and trends shaping the game's narrative. Despite a background in science, he draws inspiration from art, film, and history.