Formula 1 season commences with the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park. Featuring six rookie drivers and Lewis Hamilton's debut with Ferrari, the race faces added challenges due to shifting weather conditions.

This year, Haas also brings a new driver pairing, as rookie Oliver Bearman joins the team after three super-sub appearances a season ago, two for Haas and one for Ferrari. As for his teammate, Esteban Ocon joins the team after departing Alpine, giving Haas a lineup with a rookie and a veteran driver.

It’s the first time since 2019 that the Albert Park street circuit in Melbourne has hosted the season opener, so here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 F1 Australian Grand Prix including what time it starts in the UK, the latest weather forecast and how to watch on TV and live stream.

New Zealand driver Liam Lawson has had his first outing on the Albert Park circuit ahead of this weekend's Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix. Lawson hit the circuit in an Australian Supercar, driving former champion James Courtney on a hot lap of the Melbourne track. Lawson said 2010 Supercar champion Courtney was one of his heroes growing up.