The 2025 Formula 1 season is already underway, and the excitement is at an all-time high! With races spanning multiple countries and continents from March to December, F1 fans in New Zealand won’t want to miss a single moment.
This blog covers everything you need to know about watching the 2025 Formula 1 season live in New Zealand for free.
Watch 2025 F1 Australian GP for Free on Servus TV/ORF
Servus TV and ORF, Austrian streaming platforms, will broadcast twelve Formula 1 races each in 2025. Both offer free streaming with no subscription required.
These services are geo-restricted to Austria. To watch F1 outside Austria, use PureVPN, connect to an Austrian server, and stream Formula 1 live.
Why Do You Need a VPN to Watch Formula 1 in New Zealand?
Formula 1 is a global event, but due to broadcasting rights, access to live races can be troublesome in certain regions. If you’re in New Zealand and your preferred service is unavailable, you might miss out on all the action.
A VPN allows you to bypass these restrictions by masking your actual location and making it appear as if you are browsing from a different country. This way, you can watch F1 races in New Zealand.
Where can I Watch F1 Races Live in New Zealand?
New Zealanders can watch Formula 1 on Spark Sport, but it requires a paid subscription. If you’re looking for a free alternative, accessing F1 streams can be difficult due to regional content barriers. PureVPN solves this issue by allowing you to connect to a server in Austria.
This lets you stream every race live for free on ORF or ServusTV, avoiding the need for a costly subscription while enjoying seamless coverage. This enables you to watch F1 races live in New Zealand.
Watch Formula 1 on Sky NZ in New Zealand
You can also tune in to the live coverage of the 2025 Formula 1 season on Sky NZ. Sky NZ offers the most extensive F1 coverage among all networks, ensuring you catch every race live on its dedicated Sky Sports F1 channel.
2025 Formula 1 – Race Calendar
| Australia | March 14-16 | Belgium* | July 25-27 |
| China* | March 21-23 | Hungary | August 1-3 |
| Japan | April 4-6 | Netherlands | August 29-31 |
| Bahrain | April 11-13 | Italy | September 5-7 |
| Saudi Arabia | April 18-20 | Azerbaijan | September 19-21 |
| Miami* | May 2-4 | Singapore | October 3-5 |
| Emilia Romagna | May 16-18 | USA* | October 17-19 |
| Monaco | May 23-25 | Mexico | October 24-26 |
| Spain | May 30-June 1 | Brazil* | November 7-9 |
| Canada | June 13-15 | Las Vegas | November 20-22 |
| Austria | June 27-29 | Qatar* | November 28-30 |
| United Kingdom | July 4-6 | Abu Dhabi | December 5-7 |
Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 2025 Preview
The 2025 Formula 1 season kicks off with the Australian Grand Prix from March 14-16, bringing major driver changes and intense competition. Lewis Hamilton makes his much-anticipated debut with Ferrari, while 18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli replaces him at Mercedes.
Max Verstappen is chasing his fifth consecutive drivers’ title, but McLaren’s Lando Norris is a strong contender, with teammate Oscar Piastri aiming for a home victory in Melbourne.
The top four teams—McLaren, Ferrari, Red Bull, and Mercedes—are expected to be highly competitive, though Red Bull faces some challenges with car balance, as indicated in pre-season testing.
Melbourne Circuit Highlights
The Albert Park Circuit in Melbourne, Australia, is the venue for the 2025 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. Key details about the circuit include:
- Circuit Length: 5.278 kilometers (3.280 miles)
- Race Distance: 58 laps, totaling 306.124 kilometers (190.217 miles)
- Number of Turns: 14
- Circuit Type: Temporary street circuit set around Albert Park Lake
Australian Grand Prix Formula 1 2025 Race Time
| Session | Time (AEDT) |
|---|---|
| Free Practice 1 | 12:30-13:30, Friday, March 14 |
| Free Practice 2 | 16:00-17:00, Friday, March 14 |
| Free Practice 3 | 12:30-13:30, Saturday, March 15 |
| Qualifying | 16:00-17:00, Saturday, March 15 |
| Race | 15:00-17:00 or 58 laps (whichever comes first), Sunday, March 16 |
F1 Australian Grand Prix 2025 Teams & Drivers
A total of 20 drivers from 10 teams will compete in the 2025 season opener. There are no new teams this year, though Cadillac will enter in 2026 under F1’s new technical regulations. Among the grid, three former World Champions hold a combined 13 titles, and five drivers have previously won in Australia.
| Teams | Drivers |
|---|---|
| Red Bull Racing | #1 – Max Verstappen (2023) #30 – Liam Lawson* (11 previous F1 starts) |
| McLaren | #4 – Lando Norris #81 – Oscar Piastri |
| Ferrari | #16 – Charles Leclerc (2022) #44 – Lewis Hamilton (2008, 2015) |
| Mercedes | #12 – Kimi Antonelli* #63 – George Russell |
| Aston Martin | #14 – Fernando Alonso (2006) #18 – Lance Stroll |
| Alpine | #7 – Jack Doohan* (1 previous F1 start) #10 – Pierre Gasly |
| Haas | #31 – Esteban Ocon #87 – Ollie Bearman* (3 previous F1 starts) |
| Racing Bulls (VCARB) | #6 – Isack Hadjar* #22 – Yuki Tsunoda |
| Williams | #23 – Alex Albon #55 – Carlos Sainz (2024) |
| Sauber | #5 – Gabriel Bortoleto* #27 – Nico Hülkenberg |
Frequently Asked Questions
In New Zealand, you can watch Formula 1 races primarily through Spark Sport. Sky Sport holds the broadcasting rights for live coverage of all Formula 1 events, including races, practice sessions, and qualifying rounds.
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