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Spanish Grand Prix 2024 Schedule: When And Where Can You Watch The Formula 1 Race In Malaysia?

After a two-week hiatus on the global itinerary, Formula 1 is due to bring the heat back to motorsports in the coming weekend with its Spanish chapter. If you count yourself as a seasoned F1 fan and are looking forward to catching the action live from Malaysia, here are all the details you will have to keep in mind ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix 2024:

  • Date: 21 to 23 June
  • Venue: Barcelona, Spain
  • Where to watch: F1 TV

Just to recap, Red Bull fan-favourite Max Verstappen still holds on to a considerable lead of 56 points from Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc on the F1 driver’s leaderboard after the culmination of the Canadian Grand Prix. His last win at Montreal on 9th June is evidence enough of his inimitable ability to keep the ball rolling, even after initial setbacks.

With that said, Verstappen is no doubt keeping his guard up and has little room for slip-ups this season. Leclerc, Lando Norris, Carlos Sainz Jr. and Sergio Perez are all rapidly catching up with his coattails. Will the Spanish race turn the tables and become the stepping stone for one of them to eventually clinch the honour of world champion at the end of the year? Only time will tell.

As excitement around the Spanish Grand Prix 2024 reaches its crescendo, we look at its schedule, venue (circuit) and details of live streaming the races. But before that, here’s a…

A quick round-up of the Spanish Grand Prix’s history

Spanish Grand Prix 2024
Picture Credits: Formula 1

Held for the first time in 1913, the Spanish Grand Prix is one of the oldest existing F1 races in the world. The Grand Prix has been held in eight venues across Spain to date.

Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton, arguably two of the most celebrated drivers in F1 history, have nabbed the most number of titles at the Spanish Grand Prix at six each. On the other hand, Scuderia Ferrari holds the record for the most wins among the constructors, numbering at 12.

Max Verstappen will head to the 2024 edition as the defending champion and three-time winner of the Spanish Grand Prix (having won in 2016, 2022 and 2023).

A look at the schedule (dates) for the Spanish Grand Prix 2024

Spanish Grand Prix 2024
Picture Credits: Formula 1

According to its schedule, the Spanish Grand Prix 2024 will commence with the Practice 1 race on Friday, 21 June (7:30 PM MYT). A second practice session will succeed the hour-long race later that day (11:00 PM MYT).

The drivers are expected to roll out the Barcelona-based track on Saturday, 22 June for a final practice race, Practice 3 (6:30 PM MYT). Following this hour-long race, the Qualifying race for the Spanish Grand Prix 2024 will happen later on Saturday (10:00 PM MYT).

Notably, the grid for the main race will be set according to the results of the Qualifying race.

The final or main race of the Spanish Grand Prix will fall on Sunday, 23 June (9:00 PM MYT onwards).

What is the venue for the Spanish Grand Prix?

Spanish Grand Prix 2024
Picture Credits: Formula 1

Since 1991, the Spanish Grand Prix has been held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Montmeló, Barcelona. The 4.7-kilometre-long circuit can accommodate up to 140,700 spectators.

According to a report by Formula 1, the Spanish Grand Prix is set to move from Barcelona to a circuit near Madrid in 2026 on a 10-year contract.

Where to watch the Spanish Grand Prix in Malaysia

Spanish Grand Prix 2024
Picture Credits: Formula 1

Fans all over the world can livestream all the races of the Spanish Grand Prix on F1 TV, the official broadcaster. Those with an F1 TV Pro plan subscription can also watch the race live, complete with access to real-time onboard cameras.

In addition, fans in Malaysia can watch the races on beIN Sports.

(Main and Featured Images Credits: Formula 1)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

– What are the dates for the Spanish Grand Prix 2024? 
The Spanish Grand Prix will begin with the Practice 1 race on Friday, 21 June and end with the main race on Sunday, 23 June.

– When is the qualifying race for the Spanish Grand Prix 2024? 
The Qualifying race of the Spanish Grand Prix will take place on Saturday, 22 June (10:00 PM MYT).

– When is the final race for the Spanish Grand Prix 2024? 
The final or main race of the Spanish Grand Prix 2024 will be contested on Sunday, 23 June (9:00 PM MYT).

Note:
The information in this article is accurate as of the date of publication.

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Spanish Grand Prix 2024 Schedule: When And Where Can You Watch The Formula 1 Race In Malaysia?

Uddipta writes about sports and watches besides occasionally venturing into the world of automobiles and technology. He was associated with the Indian Express in the capacity of a sub-editor at their Lifestyle desk. A journalism and mass communication student from Xavier Institute of Communications, Mumbai, Uddipta devotes most of his leisure time to photography and filmmaking. He has contributed photographs to Vogue Italia and several exhibits, and has directed award-winning short films screened at film festivals in India and abroad.

   
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