Formula 1 has commenced on March 16th, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia, and shall conclude with the final race on December 7th, 2025, in Abu Dhabi. If you are an F1 fan in Hong Kong, you may need to overcome regional content barriers to watch Formula 1 online.
However, to watch Formula 1 in Hong Kong for free, you must use PureVPN to bypass geographical limitations and stream the event from anywhere in the world!
How to watch Formula 1 in Hong Kong
If you’re looking for a free streaming service we recommend Servus TV and ORF which are Austrian-based, you need to get PureVPN to access Servus TV and ORF to watch F1 free live streaming in Hong Kong.
Follow the steps below to watch F1 in Hong Kong 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 Hong Kong?
You need a VPN to watch Formula 1 because Formula 1 is available to stream on several streaming platforms and most of these streaming platforms are inaccessible in certain regions. Due to copyright regulations and licensing agreements, directly accessing these streaming platforms in Hong Kong will only lead to error messages popping up on the screen. A VPN overcomes such regional hurdles by connecting the user’s device to an IP address in the supported region.
Where to Watch the F1 Race Live in Hong Kong?
You can watch F1 race live in Hong Kong on beIN Sports. beIN Sports is the official broadcast partner of the event in Hong Kong. However, beIN Sports is a paid streaming platform. If you wish to watch Formula 1 live in Hong Kong for free, you must visit ServusTV or ORF.
Both these streaming platforms are based in Austria, and as such, will require you to connect to an Austrian server using PureVPN to overcome regional hurdles.
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 |
Watch Formula 1 on any device
Using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) like PureVPN can allow you to watch Formula 1 on any device in Malaysia, even if the content is geographically restricted. PureVPN has servers in various locations around the world, enabling you to access content that is not normally available in your location.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Thailand, Formula 1 is available on TrueVisions, which holds the official broadcasting rights. You can also stream F1 online through TrueID if you have a valid subscription.
No Thai broadcaster offers free Formula 1 streaming. However, some international channels, like RTL Zwee (Luxembourg) or ServusTV (Austria), provide free F1 coverage. To access these channels from Thailand, you can use a VPN like PureVPN to bypass geo-restrictions.
If you’re outside Thailand and want to watch F1 on TrueVisions or TrueID, you may face regional restrictions. A VPN allows you to connect to a Thai server, making it appear as if you’re in Thailand, so you can stream F1 without interruptions.
Yes, you can use a VPN (Virtual Private Network) to watch Formula 1 in Hong Kong. By connecting to a VPN server in a country where Formula 1 is broadcasted, you can access the coverage as if you were located in that country.
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March 14, 2025
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