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This is one of the stand-out races of the year and takes place at the Circuit of the Americas, a 25-minute drive from downtown Austin.

This race draws one of the largest crowds of the year and has been run since 2012. If you’re wanting to catch a glimpse/autograph/selfie of your favourite driver, you’d need to be at the main paddock swipe gates but even if you can get access (you’d need to have Paddock Club tickets), security will move you on.

One way to see the drivers is to book an F1 Experiences package in a suite above the garages. At the back of the suites are two balconies that provide you with a great view into the paddock and many fans will lower items down to drivers on a string for them to sign. It’s a quirky Austin thing.

This track has a magnificent tower at turn 17 which you can ascend over the weekend for a fee. The view is magnificent but you can only stay for a short period.

F1 Austin Tower

As for the best viewing? I would go for the turn 1 grandstand or take the cheaper option of a general admission ticket and sit on the hill in front of that stand but be warned that it is packed on Saturday and Sunday.

I normally do a meet n greet on the Friday at the roundabout just below this area. More details a few days prior on my Instagram page.

F1 Austin Race Start

KYM'S TIP

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If you drive from Dallas to Austin, stop at Buc-ee’s truck stop on the way. As big as it is, they have larger ones, but if you’re from outside the US I doubt you’ve seen bigger.

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Most of the accommodation is in the city but the prices are jacked up deluxe and rooms are booked out a long way in advance. This means those booking late get absolutely reamed or are forced to stay in the suburbs.

Sixth Street is a lively destination at night with bars a plenty although the crowd is normally 70% males. There are two parts to 6th Street, one grungier than the other so choose wisely. If you’re looking for something a bit more upmarket, head to South Congress Street for a variety of eateries and bars.

Food-wise you must try Texas BBQ. It’s radically different to what Australians call BBQ, it’s mighty tasty and expensive. Many of the drivers stay in the city at the Fairmont, Four Seasons and JW Marriot where crowds of fans wait out the front morning and night to catch a glimpse.

F1 Austin Track

BEHIND THE SCENES F1 VIDEOS

ABOUT THE United States

GRAND PRIX CIRCUIT

The track is one of few anti-clockwise tracks on the F1 calendar and boasts good spectator facilities.

Since 2012

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Number of Laps:

56

Circuit Length:

5.513KM

Race Distance:

308.405KM

Lap Record:

1:36.169

Charles Leclerc (2019)

How to Meet F1 Drivers

The F1 drivers’ car park in Austin is located opposite the centre swipe gates, but fan access to this area is nearly impossible. Some Paddock Club guests sneak down to the gates for a glimpse of the Formula One drivers, but if too many assemble, security ushers them back to their entrance.

If you’re in Austin city, you’ll likely see F1 drivers coming and going from their hotels. I recommend keeping an eye on the Fairmont and the Four Seasons.

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United States Grand Prix Results 2025

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Lando
Norris

2

Max
Verstappen

1

Charles
Leclerc

3

Position Driver Team Q1 Q2 Q3
1 Max Verstappen Red Bull 1:33.207 1:32.701 1:32.510
2 Lando Norris McLaren 1:33.843 1:32.876 1:32.801
3 Charles Leclerc Ferrari 1:33.525 1:32.869 1:32.807
4 George Russell Mercedes 1:33.311 1:33.058 1:32.826
5 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari 1:33.685 1:32.914 1:32.912
6 Oscar Piastri McLaren 1:33.746 1:33.228 1:33.084
7 Andrea Kimi Antonelli Mercedes 1:33.501 1:33.044 1:33.114
8 Oliver Bearman Haas F1 Team 1:33.921 1:33.238 1:33.139
9 Carlos Sainz Williams 1:33.739 1:33.124 1:33.150
10 Fernando Alonso Aston Martin 1:33.741 1:33.237 1:33.160
11 Nico Hülkenberg Sauber 1:33.551 1:33.334
12 Liam Lawson RB F1 Team 1:33.549 1:33.360
13 Yuki Tsunoda Red Bull 1:33.935 1:33.466
14 Pierre Gasly Alpine F1 Team 1:33.599 1:33.651
15 Franco Colapinto Alpine F1 Team 1:34.039 1:34.044
16 Gabriel Bortoleto Sauber 1:34.125
17 Esteban Ocon Haas F1 Team 1:34.136
18 Lance Stroll Aston Martin 1:34.540
19 Alexander Albon Williams 1:34.690
20 Isack Hadjar RB F1 Team
Position Driver Team Time Points
1 Max Verstappen Red Bull 1:34:00.161 25
2 Lando Norris McLaren +7.959 18
3 Charles Leclerc Ferrari +15.373 15
4 Lewis Hamilton Ferrari +28.536 12
5 Oscar Piastri McLaren +29.678 10
6 George Russell Mercedes +33.456 8
7 Yuki Tsunoda Red Bull +52.714 6
8 Nico Hülkenberg Sauber +57.249 4
9 Oliver Bearman Haas F1 Team +1:04.722 2
10 Fernando Alonso Aston Martin +1:10.001 1
11 Liam Lawson RB F1 Team +1:13.209 0
12 Lance Stroll Aston Martin +1:14.778 0
13 Andrea Kimi Antonelli Mercedes +1:15.746 0
14 Alexander Albon Williams +1:20.000 0
15 Esteban Ocon Haas F1 Team +1:23.043 0
16 Isack Hadjar RB F1 Team +1:32.807 0
17 Franco Colapinto Alpine F1 Team +2.307 0
18 Gabriel Bortoleto Sauber +3.557 0
19 Pierre Gasly Alpine F1 Team +6.155 0
20 Carlos Sainz Williams 0

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