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In just over a week, all eyes will be on Silverstone as once again the Formula One world says hello to the British Grand Prix. The iconic race traditionally marks the halfway point of the season, with next Sunday’s race being the 12th of a 24-race calendar in 2025. 

This year’s British Grand Prix marks the 75th anniversary of the prestigious Formula One race and it’s fitting that it also falls as we celebrate Engage’s 20th birthday. So, what better way to mark the crossover of these landmark occasions than by joining us in one of our hospitality facilities at Silverstone? 

Can Lando Norris win on home soil? 

Despite Max Verstappen’s relative dominance of the Formula One schedule in recent years, the British Grand Prix hasn’t necessarily been a happy hunting ground for him. The Red Bull driver won at Silverstone in 2023 but the race has generally been a Lewis Hamilton playground over the last decade. 

The Brit has won eight of the last 11 outings on home soil, including a triumphant throwback this time last year. It was the veteran’s first race win in more than two years and marked a record ninth British Grand Prix triumph. However, after a tricky start to life at Ferrari, he’ll do well to continue that trend this time around. He’s failed to finish on the podium so far since leaving Mercedes, with his best result a fourth-placed finish in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix back in May. 

The mantle may be passed on to a fellow British driver, with Lando Norris enjoying a phenomenal 2025 season so far. The McLaren star currently sits second in the standings, with only teammate Oscar Piastri ahead of him. 

Norris has never won at Silverstone but he’ll be looking to break that duck this time around. He’s finished on the podium in all but two of this season’s contests – a crash with Piastri in Canada saw him finish way down in 18th last time out. Norris took responsibility immediately and it appears there will be no racing repercussions passed down from those in charge at McLaren. 

He’ll face stiff competition from the likes of Piastri and Verstappen, while Hamilton can’t be counted out as he tends to throw the form book out of the window for the British Grand Prix. But one thing’s for sure – with half of the season already gone, it’s looking more and more likely that Verstappen’s hopes of securing a fifth consecutive Drivers’ Championship are fading. 

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F1 standings after 10 races 

Hospitality at the British Grand Prix 

While the main event takes place on Sunday 6th July, the British Grand Prix fun gets underway on the Friday and our ICON facility is the place to be. As well as an exclusive suite inside the track and grandstand seating with unrivalled views of the racing action, you’ll also be treated to incredible food and complimentary premium drinks. 

The package includes a VIP hostess service, competitions with premium prizes and the chance to listen to guest speeches from various icons of the motorsport world. You’ll also receive a complimentary programme, a personal radio and super screen viewing. 

Plus, we offer plenty more different hospitality options. If the ICON facility isn’t quite right for your needs, you can also make the most of our other packages on offer. Enquire today to discover the Fusion Lounge, Octane Terrace, The Racing Green and Ignition Club. 

British Grand Prix dress code 

Our hospitality guests at the British Grand Prix are encouraged to adopt a smart casual dress code. Ripped denim, sportswear and sports trainers are strictly prohibited. 

How to get to Silverstone 

Located in Northamptonshire, Silverstone race track is easily accessible from most places in England. If you’re travelling by train, Wolverton railway station is around 10 miles away and is served by train services from London Euston, Birmingham New Street and Northampton. You’ll then need to arrange transport to the venue, with local taxis available. 

If you’re planning on driving from the north, Silverstone is around an hour south of Birmingham – just take the A43 dual carriageway from the M1. For those coming from the south, it’s around 90 minutes north of central London. Take the M40 and then the A43 dual carriageway. There is parking at the venue, with car parks opening approximately half an hour before gates open. 

Formula 1 has announced a revamped race calendar for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Drivers and teams will take on another 24-round season, now accompanied by a new set of technical regulations and the introduction of 100% sustainable fuels. 

A major highlight is the debut of Madrid’s Ifema Circuit on 13th September, replacing Imola and marking F1’s return to the Spanish capital after 45 years. Nicknamed “Madring” the modern street circuit is designed to host over 110,000 spectators. The Madrid Grand Prix will be the final European race of the season before the championship moves on to Azerbaijan.

Barcelona will also feature on the calendar, scheduled for mid-June. However, 2026 will mark its final appearance under the current contract with Formula 1. 

Shanghai makes a long-anticipated return on 13th March at the Shanghai International Circuit, reintroducing Chinese fans to live Grand Prix action. Adding to the excitement, Audi, Cadillac, and Ford are set to join the Formula 1 grid in 2026, signaling a new era of competition and innovation.  

In acknowledgment of Ramadan, Formula 1 has once again scheduled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix for April. 

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Formula 1 2026 Calendar

Round 1 – Australia – March 6-8 

Round 2 – China – March 13-15 

Round 3 – Japan – March 27-29 

Round 4 – Bahrain – April 10-12 

Round 5 – Saudi Arabia – April 17-19 

Round 6 – USA – May 1-3 

Round 7 – Canada – May 22-24 

Round 8 – Monaco – June 5-7 

Round 9 – Spain – June 12-14 

Round 10 – Austria – June 26-28 

Round 11 – United Kingdom – July 3-5 

Round 12 – Belgium – July 17-19 

Round 13 – Hungary – July 24-26 

Round 14 – Netherlands – August 21-23 

Round 15 – Italy – September 4-6 

Round 16 – Spain – September 11-13 

Round 17 – Azerbaijan – September 25-27 

Round 18 – Singapore – October 9-11 

Round 19 – USA – October 23-25 

Round 20 – Mexico – October 30 – November 1 

Round 21 – Brazil – November 6-8 

Round 22 – USA – November 19 – 21 

Round 23 – Qatar – November 27-29 

Round 24 – Abu Dhabi – December 4-6 

The 2025 Formula One season is now eight races old and the standings are beginning to take shape. It’s good news for F1 fans that have been clamouring for a competitive title race in recent years, with a pair of in-form drivers slowly edging ahead of the chasing pack.

Yet before the campaign started, few would have predicted Max Verstappen wouldn’t be in the driving seat. The Red Bull driver has stormed to glory in each of the last four seasons but after a difficult start to the 2025 schedule, he’s playing catch up.

Dynamic McLaren duo Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris are dominating so far and both are making a claim for their maiden Drivers’ Championship. But there’s still plenty more racing action to look forward to and based on previous seasons, it would be dangerous for Piastri and Norris to take Verstappen lightly.

F1 standings after five races

Since our last F1 update, there have been three races and each of our leading trio have claimed one win each. Piastri came out on top in Miami, clearing teammate Norris by more than four seconds, meaning he’s now finished on the podium in every race except the opener in Australia.

Verstappen rolled back the years by winning the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix for the fourth race on the trot but he’s got a lot of work to do if he wants to secure a fifth consecutive title. The reigning champion hit patches of bad form last year but ultimately there were no rivals consistent enough to capitalise.

This time around, that’s certainly not the case. Piastri has exceeded all expectations in his table-topping performances so far. Meanwhile Norris, who finished as the runner-up in the 2024 season, has continued where he left off. The 25-year-old was on top form once again at the weekend as he manoeuvred around the idyllic streets of Monaco to secure his second win of the season.

Just like his teammate, Norris has only failed to podium once so far and with the final Spanish Grand Prix at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya taking place this weekend, he’ll be looking to become the first person not named Verstappen or Lewis Hamilton to win the race since 2015.

Last three F1 Podiums

Who will win the Spanish Grand Prix?

Much like many of the races on the circuit, the Spanish Grand Prix has been Verstappen’s playground in recent years. He’s won it in each of the last three seasons and he’ll be desperate to continue that trend and secure just a third win and fifth podium finish of the 2025 campaign.

Historically, Hamilton leads the way in Spain alongside the legendary Michael Schumacher. They’ve both won the iconic race six times and Hamilton will be looking to roll back the years this weekend.

Despite a difficult start to life at Ferrari, he’s made steady progress in recent weeks, finishing in the top five in each of the last two races. But with Piastri and Norris leading the charge and Verstappen inevitably going to step things up a gear, Hamilton’s dreams of a record eighth Drivers’ Championship may already be over for another year.

Upcoming F1 races

We’re not even halfway through the 2025 season so there’s plenty more to come. If you’ve been enjoying the races so far and fancy seeing them in person, why not join us in one of our exclusive hospitality facilities?

We offer luxury packages for every single race on the calendar, including the British Grand Prix in July. Enquire today to reserve your place.

Spanish Grand Prix– Sunday 1st June
Canadian Grand Prix– Sunday 15th June
Austrian Grand Prix– Sunday 29th June
British Grand Prix– Sunday 6th July
Belgian Grand Prix– Sunday 27th July
Hungarian Grand Prix– Sunday 3rd August
Dutch Grand Prix– Sunday 31st August
Italian Grand Prix– Sunday 7th September
Azerbaijan Grand Prix– Sunday 21st September
Singapore Grand Prix– Sunday 5th October
USA Grand Prix– Sunday 19th October
Mexican Grand Prix– Sunday 26th October
Brazilian Grand Prix– Sunday 9th November
Las Vegas Grand Prix– Saturday 22nd November
Qatar Grand Prix– Sunday 30th November
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix– Sunday 7th December

In a major shake-up for the Formula One calendar, the Spanish Grand Prix is set to move to a new circuit in Madrid from next year. The iconic race currently takes place at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, just under 20 miles from the city centre.

The Spanish Grand Prix is one of the oldest races in the world, having celebrated its 100-year anniversary back in 2013. After a brief pause for the Spanish Civil War, the race was revived in 1967 and has been a mainstay since.

Both Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton have won the race a record six times, while Max Verstappen has won the last three on a spin. In fact, you’d have to go back to Nico Rosberg’s triumph in 2015 for the last time neither Hamilton or Verstappen came out on top in Spain.

The race has been held at several venues over the years, including Pedralbes, Jarama and Montjuïc, Jarama, Jerez and Catalunya, which has been its home since 1991. A year after its maiden outing, the 1992 race was dubbed ‘the Grand Prix of the Olympic Games’.

It’s one of only four tracks to have featured on the F1 calendar every year since 1991. However, as of next year, the Spanish Grand Prix is moving to a new track in Madrid. The switch to the capital was due to take place this year, but was ultimately pushed back to 2026.

A new era begins in Madrid

The Spanish Grand Prix will take place in Madrid for at least 10 years after a long term deal was signed until 2035. The new circuit spans 5.47km and features 20 corners, with both street and non-street sections and two short tunnels. It’s set to be a quick circuit, boasting a projected qualifying time of 1 minute and 32 seconds.

The Madrid course will be among the largest venues on the Formula One calendar. Initially, there’s expected to be a capacity of around 110,000, although this could grow to 140,000 as it expands during the opening years.

The track is just a stone’s throw from the airport and is set to be among the world’s most accessible tracks. Organisers believe that 90% of visitors will be able to access the venue by public transport, with Formula One aiming to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2030.

It’ll be the first Grand Prix in the Madrid region for 45 years, with the last taking place at Jerez back in 1981. It’s still unknown whether the Catalunya circuit will be retired – it could still host a race, giving Spain two spots on the calendar. This was the case from 2008 to 2012, when a race took place in Valencia.

Join us for the final Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona!

The last Spanish Grand Prix at the Catalunya track is just a few weeks away. This year’s event takes place on Sunday 1st June and if you fancy a weekend of sun and sport without the stress of planning it all, we’ve got you covered.

With our exclusive ROAM package, we’d be delighted to host you in Barcelona for a luxury break, where you can take in all the thrills of the race, explore the historic streets of Spain’s second city and enjoy a cocktail or two on the beach.

The package includes a three-night stay at Sofitel Skipper five-star hotel in Barcelona, with double or twin occupancy accommodation. All breakfast and city taxes are included and we’ll provide return circuit transfers to Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on both the Saturday and Sunday.

Once you’re at the track, you’ll be treated to two days of fully inclusive, shared lounge-style hospitality, with full catering and an open bar. As well as incredible food and drink, you can enjoy the race from the best seats in the house in Grandstand H, as well as a covered hospitality area on the final corner of the track with views down the finishing straight.

Engage staff will be on hand throughout to ensure you receive the best experience possible and you’ll be a part of history as the Spanish Grand Prix waves goodbye to Barcelona. If you’d like to make the most of this unmissable opportunity, enquire today to reserve your place.

We’re five races into the 2025 Formula One season and the standings are starting to take shape. After winning the last four consecutive titles, Max Verstappen looks to have his work cut out in his bid to equal Michael Schumacher’s record of five on the trot.

There could be a new champion emerging this year, with McLaren pair Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris leading the way so far. But there are still 19 races to go, with plenty of movement in the rankings still to come.

F1 standings after five races

Oscar Piastri secures third win in Saudi Arabia

While all the pre-season talk focussed on a potential title charge from Norris, at the moment it’s his McLaren teammate that looks the most likely. Piastri raced to his third win in five races with another phenomenal performance in Saudi Arabia on Sunday.

After winning in Bahrain the previous week, the Australian secured two wins on the spin after second-placed Verstappen was given a five-second penalty. Verstappen recovered to claim his third podium of the campaign but he didn’t quite have enough to regain the lead from Piastri.

Norris’ race looked to be in jeopardy when he suffered a crash in qualifying but he worked his way up from 10th to secure a respectable fourth-place finish and may well have overtaken Charles Leclerc with a bit more time.

It’s still early days but Piastri will have his eyes on a maiden Drivers’ Championship in just his third season on the F1 grid. The 24-year-old has improved dramatically each year, finishing 9th and 4th in previous campaigns, and if he continues his current form then Verstappen has a huge problem on his hands.

2025 F1 Podiums

Can Verstappen turn things around?

Verstappen was by no means at his best last year compared to his dominance in 2023. The Red Bull maestro failed to win a lot of races in the second half of the campaign, with his closest rivals failing to capitalise.

The difference in 2024 was that he started strongly and built up a healthy lead before fading away. In fact, Verstappen won seven of the opening 10 races last time out and was storming away at the start of the campaign.

The same can’t be said this time around. He’s won just once so far and will need to reverse his strategy and mount a comeback if he wants to challenge in the title race at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Norris finds himself in a good position after five races. While he would have wanted to be top of the pile, he’ll be able to work with teammate Piastri to prevent Verstappen from taking control. Next up is Miami, the scene of the Brit’s first ever Grand Prix victory last year and he’ll be looking to repeat the feat next weekend after a week’s break.

Elsewhere, it’s been a baptism of fire so far for Lewis Hamilton in his first season for Ferrari after making the switch from Mercedes. He’s recorded a highest finish of fifth so far, although he’s been in the top 10 each time. While he’s not disgraced himself, he’ll need to step up quickly if he still dreams of securing a record eighth title this year.

Upcoming F1 races

With so many races still to come, you can enjoy the action in style with Engage’s exclusive hospitality packages. Whether you fancy a day out at Silverstone or a trip to Miami, we’ve got you covered – enquire today to reserve your place.

Miami Grand Prix– Sunday 4th May
Emilia Romagna Grand Prix– Sunday 18th May
Monaco Grand Prix– Sunday 25th May
Spanish Grand Prix– Sunday 1st June
Canadian Grand Prix– Sunday 15th June
Austrian Grand Prix– Sunday 29th June
British Grand Prix– Sunday 6th July
Belgian Grand Prix– Sunday 27th July
Hungarian Grand Prix– Sunday 3rd August
Dutch Grand Prix– Sunday 31st August
Italian Grand Prix– Sunday 7th September
Azerbaijan Grand Prix– Sunday 21st September
Singapore Grand Prix– Sunday 5th October
USA Grand Prix– Sunday 19th October
Mexican Grand Prix– Sunday 26th October
Brazilian Grand Prix– Sunday 9th November
Las Vegas Grand Prix– Saturday 22nd November
Qatar Grand Prix– Sunday 30th November
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix– Sunday 7th December

The wait is almost over – the Formula One 2025 season gets underway in just over a fortnight. It’s all change on the grid, with Lewis Hamilton switching sides, while there are a few new faces set to make their F1 debuts.

But will there be a change in the standings at the end of the year? Max Verstappen is targeting a fifth consecutive world title. Can anyone get the better of him this time? Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the new season.

Can Max Verstappen be stopped?

It was the same old story in 2024 as Verstappen raced to yet another Formula One world title. The Red Bull superstar has now won four Drivers’ Championships in a row and is looking to become just the second person to claim five on the trot after Michael Schumacher achieved the feat in 2004.

Verstappen now finds himself just three titles shy of Shumacher and Hamilton at the top of the pile and with age on his side, you’d fancy his chances of ending his career with the most wins in history. The 27-year-old was imperious once again last year, winning nine races and achieving a further five podium finishes.

He wasn’t quite as dominant as his 2023 glory, where he won 19 of the 22 races, but he was still head and shoulders above the competition. Verstappen endured phases of poor form last year but crucially his nearest challengers weren’t able to capitalise when it mattered. And he’ll have learnt from those mistakes, meaning this year he could be even more imperious than ever.

Who are his likely challengers?

Despite a disappointing campaign last year, Hamilton will have a renewed energy as part of a new-look Ferrari team and he’ll fancy his chances. Prior to Verstappen’s period of dominance, Hamilton won four titles on the spin and he’s achieved a second and third place finish since then.

Elsewhere, there could be a challenge from fellow Brit Lando Norris. The McLaren driver was a surprise contender in 2024 and he ultimately finished as runner-up after winning four races. Charles Leclerc wasn’t too far behind and he’ll be looking to win the championship for the first time after three consecutive top five finishes.

A new era for Lewis Hamilton

After switching sides from Mercedes to Ferrari, Hamilton will be hoping that a new environment will bring about a change to his fortunes as he targets a record eighth world title. The legendary 40-year-old spent 12 years at Mercedes, winning all but one of his championships there, but he made the move to Ferrari ahead of the 2025 season.

Hamilton endured his lowest ever finish last year as he came seventh and he’ll be hoping to rediscover some form as he looks to edge ahead of Schumacher before he calls it a day. And he’s not the only driver set to don new colours this year.

Sergio Perez has left Red Bull following the expiration of his contract, meaning Verstappen is set to be joined by Liam Lawson. The 23-year-old rookie has been promoted, having spent the last two years as the team’s reserve driver.

Meanwhile, the Hamilton-shaped hole at Mercedes has been filled by another inexperienced face. Andrea Kimi Antonelli will join George Russell on the grid this year and at just 18 years old, he’s set to become the third-youngest driver in F1 history.

Elsewhere, Carlos Sainz Jr, who finished fifth in the standings last year, has joined Williams. The Spaniard had previously been at Ferrari but he’s been replaced by Hamilton.

When does the 2025 Formula One season start?

There’s not long to go now! The action gets underway with the Australian Grand Prix on Sunday 14th March. We’ll then be set for nine months of thrilling racing action, with 24 events to look forward to. The season comes to a close in Abu Dhabi on 7th December.

F1 season schedule

There are only 4 weeks to go until the start of the 2025 Formula 1 Season. Melbourne, Australia, will be taken over for the weekend by some of the best drivers in the world, in the hope that they can get off to a positive start in what is a very special year for F1. In 2025, Formula 1 are celebrating their 75th anniversary in what is expected to be one of the best seasons yet!

The British Grand Prix at Silverstone is one of the most iconic weekends of the Formula 1 season. This year it will mark the 12th race and the halfway stage in the campaign and here at Engage there is a lot of excitement about what to expect. In this blog, we talk you through what to expect including the favourites, past winners and the hospitality options on offer!

About The British Grand Prix

The British Grand Prix has been held annually since 1948 and has made up part of the Formula One World Championship every year since 1950. It is held at Silverstone race track in Northamptonshire and is one of the most iconic weekends in the motor racing world. Winners of the Grand Prix include Niki Lauda, Michael Schumacher, Jim Clark and record holder, 9-time winner Lewis Hamilton.

The weekend attracts thousands of people every year from all over the world to the Northamptonshire countryside in the hope that they can get a glimpse of the action as the cars fly past. Silverstone has witnessed some of the all time great moments in F1 including Jackie Stewart’s emotional victory in 1969 a year after the death of Jim Clark, Ayrton Senna rather comically hitching a lift when his car ran out of fuel in 1991 and Lewis Hamilton’s memorable victory with a punctured tyre in 2020. It’s safe to say this track has played host to some of the best races in history!

The British Grand Prix 2025

So what can we expect from this year? The 2025 British Grand Prix will take place at Silverstone as usual from the 4th-6th July 2025. The event will be the 12th race of the Formula 1 2025 season, also making it the halfway stage of the Championship. In what is expected to be a thrilling year of racing action with no clear or established favourite, how do you think the drivers will get on?

In 2024, Max Verstappen was winner of the Drivers’ championship once again but he didn’t have it all his own way, with 7 different winners across the season. Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc ensured that the Dutchman had a less comfortable season than 2023 as he only won by 63 points, as opposed to the 290 point margin the year before.

Last year it was Briton and one of the greatest F1 drivers ever, Lewis Hamilton, who took the honours at the British Grand Prix claiming his 9th title at Silverstone. This year Hamilton will be keen to add to his illustrious British Grand Prix record with Ferrari in his debut year with the team.

Meanwhile, fellow Britons, Lando Norris and George Russell will also be looking to impress in front of the home crowd when they take to the track in July. Russell claimed his maiden victory in 2024 at the Austrian Grand Prix and will be keen to add to his win in 2025. Norris, on the other hand, will be eager for a Championship win this year. After steering McLaren to the Constructors’ Championship in 2024, Norris will be keen for an individual title this year having placed second last season. He will certainly be focused on making Silverstone a stepping stone in achieving that feat.

Hospitality on offer

Fancy being there to see if any of the Brits can win at the British Grand Prix in 2025? Celebrate Engage Hospitality’s 20th birthday as well as Formula 1’s 75th anniversary from Engage’s ICON facility. Engage are offering some of the best hospitality for the F1 at Silverstone in 2025 with ICON which comes with premium seating; a complimentary bar; fine dining including afternoon tea, breakfast and lunch; guest speakers from the motorsport world and much more!

ICON by Engage is not the only hospitality option on offer including the McLaren, Alpine and Oracle F1 Team Paddock Clubs, the Fusion Lounge, the Octane Terrace and more! Enjoy this fantastic event and access exclusive seating areas with Engage offering hospitality catering for everyone’s needs!

Be part of history with Engage Hospitality and witness the 75th anniversary of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone!

It was only last month we were saying goodbye to a fantastic Formula 1 Season, yet already, there are only two months to go until another exciting campaign is upon us. A nail-biting 2024 season saw Max Verstappen retain his 2023 World Championship, however, unlike 2023, he didn’t have it all his own way. Verstappen picked up only 9 wins in 2024, halving his dominance from 2023, with a more even spread of victories and podiums across the grid. Meanwhile McLaren won their first Constructors’ Championship since 1998, fending off Ferrari for the title in a thrilling Abu Dhabi finale.

So what will happen this year? Here at Engage we take you through all you need to know for the Formula 1 2025 Season including the drivers lineup and the racing calendar for 2025! Not only that, the 2025 F1 Season marks the 75th anniversary of this historic championship with Engage providing hospitality for every F1 event this year!

Driver Lineup

After what was a turbulent 2024 season with seven different winners throughout the campaign, who might we see lining up on the grid this March? There are two big talking points in terms of changes on the grid for 2025. Sergio Perez’s poor form for Red Bull sees him decide to step away from the team, as promising New Zealand youngster Liam Lawson will fill his place, joining Max Verstappen from Racing Bulls. 

After a twelve year stint with Mercedes and 6 Driver’s titles to show for it, Lewis Hamilton announced last year that he will be joining Ferrari for 2025. Arguably the greatest driver of all time, Hamilton will be teaming up with Charles Leclerc, having replaced Carlos Sainz, in the hope that the pair can help steer Ferrari to their first Constructors’ Championship since 2008. Ferrari pushed McLaren all the way last year only missing out on the title by 14 points. With Hamilton’s winning experience and Leclerc’s formidable talent, can they go all the way this year?

Elsewhere on the grid, there are a number of debutants looking to impress their respective teams in the F1’s 75th anniversary. Andrea Kimi Antonelli steps up from F2 to replace Hamilton at Mercedes while F2 Champion and runner-up Gabriel Bortoleto and Isack Hadjar join Stake F1 Team and Racing Bulls respectively. Jack Doohan and Oliver Bearman also make the jump to Formula 1 as race drivers for the first time with Doohan joining Pierre Gasly at Alpine while Bearman joins a fully changed Haas team alongside Esteban Ocon.

Carlos Sainz will team up with Williams and Alex Albon as they hunt for a better points total than 2024. In fact, it is only McLaren and Aston Martin that are unchanged in 2025 with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri committing their future to the Constructors’ Champions while Lance Stroll and Fernando Alonso remain at Aston Martin.

With a star-studded lineup and some new faces on the grid, who do you think will reign supreme, in what is sure to be a scintillating 2025 Formula 1 Season?

Race Schedule

The 2025 Formula 1 Season kicks off in Melbourne as drivers travel to Australia to commence proceedings on March 14th for a very special campaign.

From there the races come thick and fast as fans can expect to see drivers battling it out around the globe almost every week. The same 24 Grand Prixs as 2024 Grand will feature on the calendar with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix marking the grand finale on the 7th December as usual.

Other fan favourites that you may want to mark in your diary are the iconic Monaco Grand Prix from the 23rd-25th May, the British Grand Prix at Silverstone from the 4th-6th July and the historic Italian Grand Prix at Monza, the oldest track of them all, from the 5th-7th September.

With a bumper lineup expected, you don’t want to miss out! The 2025 season marks Formula 1’s 75th anniversary and you can be there to see it for yourself! Be part of history with Engage Hospitality who are offering fantastic packages for you to watch Formula 1 wherever you may be in the world.

With fine dining, complimentary drinks and the chance to meet stars of the sport, you will not be disappointed wherever you decide to watch. Enquire now to find out more and immerse yourself in this unique Formula 1 season!

After nine months of thrilling racing action, the Formula One season finally came to a close at the weekend. Despite not being quite at the races compared to previous seasons, Max Verstappen fought off the rest of the grid to claim his fourth consecutive title.

But he faced stiff competition, with the likes of Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc running him close. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton has driven his final race for Mercedes after 12 years – the British icon will be making the switch to Ferrari ahead of the 2025 F1 season.

F1 final standings 2024

Verstappen races to glory yet again

After winning 19 of the 22 races in the 2023 season, few could see anybody toppling Verstappen this year. But while the Red Bull driver ultimately secured a fourth title on the trot, it wasn’t as plain sailing as he’d have hoped.

This time around, Verstappen won just nine races and finished 63 points clear of his nearest challenger, compared to the 290-point triumph he recorded in the season prior. A combination of poor form, uncharacteristic mistakes and a much stronger field made the season a lot more competitive this time around.

Yet ultimately, Verstappen’s class prevailed and it goes to show just how formidable he is that he was able to go 10 races in a row without a win and still maintain top spot. The 27-year-old won two of the final four races – in Sau Paolo and Qatar – and sadly for his competitors, it’s likely he’ll learn from his mistakes and be even stronger when the new season gets underway in the spring.

Norris and Leclerc run Verstappen close

Having previously achieved a best-ever finish of sixth, Norris was the surprise package of the season and looked like he could be set for a shock win at one stage. Ultimately he finished as runner-up to Verstappen with four wins, including the final race in Abu Dhabi, and a phenomenal 13 podium finishes.

Leclerc also excelled, finishing 18 points shy of Norris, claiming three wins and 13 podium finishes as well. It wasn’t quite the Ferrari star’s best showing, after he finished second two years ago, but alongside Norris he provided strong competition for Verstappen.

It remains to be seen how Ferrari will prioritise their drivers next season, with Hamilton set to join as Leclerc’s teammate. Yet the experience of Hamilton alongside should only benefit his performances and he’ll be a contender to go all the way, as will Norris.

Hamilton bids farewell to Mercedes

By the time the 2025 Formula One season gets underway, Hamilton will be 40 years old. Yet he’s always maintained that he’ll continue driving until he claims a record eighth title and his switch to Ferrari may give him a new lease of life.

He achieved six of his seven titles at Mercedes and will hold fond memories of his time with them – but it’s clear a change is needed following a stagnant few years. In fact, the 2024 season saw him achieve his lowest ever final position of seventh.

Hamilton did enjoy a mid-season resurgence this year, claiming top spot in the British Grand Prix and the Belgian Grand Prix. But his season ultimately fizzled out and he achieved just one podium finish in the final 10 races of the season.

Looking ahead to the 2025 F1 season

The 2024 Formula One season has barely ended but we’ve already got one eye on next year. The 2025 season gets underway in March, with Australia hosting the opening race for the first time since 2019.

All eyes will be on Melbourne on 16th March for the Australian Grand Prix, where Verstappen will be looking to win the race for the second time. As ever, the British Grand Prix coincides with the midway point of the season, with the 12th race of the year taking place on 6th July.

Meanwhile, the final race of the season takes place in 12 months’ time, with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on 7th December. At Engage, we offer hospitality at every single race on the calendar and you can join us in the best seats in the house for any race of your choice.

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As we approach the end of the Formula One season, Max Verstappen is very much in the driving seat to secure his fourth title in a row.

The calendar takes the world’s best drivers to Las Vegas this weekend and after finally winning again in Brazil a fortnight ago, the Red Bull driver has a healthy points lead with just three races left.

It’s a measure of just how good Verstappen is that he went 10 races without winning and nobody was able to catch him. What’s scary for the rest of the grid is that he’s unlikely to endure a repeat of his bad form in 2025.

However, in Lando Norris, Formula One has found a worthy challenger. The British driver has excelled this year, with three wins and a further 12 podiums, and he’s established himself as a clear title contender in the future.

Barring a miracle, he won’t take Verstappen’s throne this time around. But after three years of the ‘Max Verstappen show’, it’s a relief that he finally has some competition and the pair are set to resume their competitive rivalry in Las Vegas on Sunday.

The race for the title

Verstappen finally got back to winning ways last time out as he finished first in Brazil two weeks ago. The reigning champion uncharacteristically went 10 races without winning but he put an end to his disappointing form with a long-awaited victory.

The win edged Verstappen further ahead of Norris in the standings. The Brit had been steadily making ground but he wasn’t able to capitalise enough, only winning two races during Verstappen’s sticky patch.

Norris did get four other podium finishes in the time but he only managed to finish sixth in Sao Paulo. He remains more than 60 points behind so it’s unlikely that he’ll claim his first F1 title this year. Verstappen appears to be back on form and he’ll want to end the season in style, having won the final seven races a year ago.

Elsewhere, Charles Leclerc is breathing down Norris’ neck having won two of the last six races, with another two podiums. The pair have been models of consistency this year – the British Grand Prix, nine races ago and way back in July, was the last time either of them finished outside the top five.

In his final year racing for Mercedes before switching to Ferrari for the 2025 season, Lewis Hamilton had hoped to mount a late charge for a record eighth title. But those dreams disappeared a while ago.

A mid-season flurry that had seen him win at Silverstone and in Belgium, while claiming third in Spain and Hungary, had given him faint hope. But it didn’t last long – the 39-year-old has achieved no podiums since and he’s slipped down to seventh in the standings.

F1 standings after 21 races

Las Vegas Grand Prix

Next up on the Formula One calendar is the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Sin City’s inaugural race took place last year and it’s set to return to the iconic streets, with parts of the unique night race taking place along the Vegas strip.

The race takes place this Sunday, 24th November, with Verstappen looking to come out on top for the second year running. There’s still time to take your seats in our exclusive hospitality area on the breathtaking Drai’s Las Vegas rooftop.

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What’s next?

Following the Las Vegas Grand Prix, we head to the Middle East for the final two races of the 2024 season. First up is Qatar on Sunday 1st December before the final race of the year in Abu Dhabi a week later.

Verstappen won both races back in 2023 and if he repeats history, he’ll finish the year with a fourth consecutive F1 Drivers’ Championship.

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