The thirteenth meeting of the 2025 Formula 1 season is held this Sunday on the legendary Spa-Francorchamps circuit. Here is all the info on the departure time not to be missed.
This Sunday, July 6, Formula 1 settles down in Belgium to compete in the 13th round of the 2025 world championship. An event expected by fans, on an emblematic circuit of the calendar: Spa-Francorchamps. Known for its fast turns, its spectacular elevation and its often capricious climate, the Ardennes route promises, once again, a race full of twists and turns.
A crucial departure for the contenders for victory
With an extremely competitive peloton this season, each departure can tip the hierarchy. Who of Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc or Oscar Piastri will be able to pull out of the game in the first loops of the Grand Prix? Strategies, weather and track incidents may well redistribute cards, as often on this circuit with rich and unpredictable history.
What time does the race start?
To not miss anything of this 44th edition of the Belgian Grand Prix in Formula 1, it is essential to know the departure schedule. The race will kick off will be given to 3:00 p.m. (Paris time). As always, the departure will take place from the grid installed on the rise to the raidillon, offering an often spectacular first round.
With its 7 kilometers in length, Spa-Francorchamps remains the longest route in the F1 calendar. The 44 laps to go will test both pilots and machines, especially in fast sections like Blanchimont or Rouge Eau. Tire wear, any neutralizations or sudden rain may well upset the ranking at any time.
