Can Max Verstappen and Red Bull bounce back from a rare DNF in Australia in their first attempt? Track and check the real-time timings of the Japanese Grand Prix.
Verstappen’s winning streak came to a shocking end when a rear brake failure ended his latest bid for 10 consecutive wins after just three laps.
F1 Live Timing: Track all the action from the Japanese Grand Prix
But in recent years, the Suzuka circuit has proven to be a playground for Red Bull, with Max Verstappen enjoying success in the world championship, winning both the 2022 and 2023 editions. Despite recent setbacks in Australia, it will be surprising how different this year is.
Meanwhile, Ferrari and McLaren have moved to the front of the chasing pack after the first few rounds of action, with the once-mighty Mercedes a step behind them, looking to unleash the full potential of the W15.
It may be RB Hiroki Tsunoda’s home race, but most eyes will be on teammate Daniel Ricciardo. It appears he has already started a battle for an F1 seat with Red Bull’s sister team. He is a possible candidate to partner with Max Verstappen next season.
Tsunoda scored RB’s first points of the season in Australia, moving them ahead of surprise package Haas in the early constructors’ standings.
Williams, Stake/Sauber/Kick and Alpine are yet to score a goal so far this season.
You can track the action with live timing. Here is a very important session time reminder.
F1 Schedule: What time does the Japanese Grand Prix session start?
local time [BST in brackets]
Friday, April 5th
FP1: 11:30am – 12:30pm [3.30am-4.30am]
FP2: 3pm to 4pm [7am-8am]
Saturday, April 6th
FP3: 11:30am – 12:30pm [3.30am-4.30am]
Qualifying: 3:00pm – 4:00pm [7am-8am]
Sunday, April 7th
Race: 2 p.m. [6am] [53 laps or 120 minutes]
