For the third time this season, F1 will run its sprint race format and schedule, which puts qualifying on Friday afternoon to make room for the sprint race on Saturday afternoon in the usual qualifying slot.
The Interlagos circuit becomes the first venue to host two sprint weekends, having done the same in 2021, as F1 continues to assess the new format for its long-term implementation in the championship. Series organisers have already confirmed there will be six sprint races spread across the 2023 calendar, with the venues set to be announced at a later date.
Here’s everything you need to know about the F1 sprint races in 2022.
With both F1 world titles already decided this year – going to Max Verstappen and Red Bull – and the controversy around the F1 cost cap breaches decided at the last round, focus will shift towards the final details of the 2022 season.
A three-team fight is predicted at the front between Red Bull, Ferrari and Mercedes at both of the final races, while the battle in the constructors’ standings between Alpine and McLaren for fourth is set to intensify.
Meanwhile, the final spot on the 2023 F1 grid is yet to be decided, with Haas still mulling over its call on who gets its second race seat next to Kevin Magnussen. Mick Schumacher currently holds it but faces competition from Nico Hulkenberg, while other names have also been linked to the opening.
Mick Schumacher, Haas VF-22
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Full 2022 Brazilian GP session timings
Friday 11th November 2022
Free Practice 1: 3:30pm-4:30pm GMT (12:30pm-1:30pm local)
Qualifying: 7:00pm-8:00pm GMT (4:00pm-5:00pm local)
Saturday 12th November 2022
Free Practice 2: 3:30pm-4:30pm GMT (12:30pm-1:30pm local)
Sprint: 7:30pm-8:30pm GMT (4:30pm-5:30pm local)
Sunday 13th November 2022
Race: 6:00pm GMT (3:00pm local)
How can I watch Formula 1?
In the United Kingdom Formula 1 is only broadcast live on Sky Sports, with highlights shown on Channel 4 several hours after the race has finished. Live streaming through NOW is also available in the UK.
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