Qatar Grand Prix Qualifying Start Time, How to Watch & More
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Get the latest information on the start time of the Qatar Grand Prix qualifying, how to watch the race, and the F1 qualifying format.
F1 Start Time: What Time Does Qatar Grand Prix Qualifying Start? How to Watch and More
The Qatar Grand Prix is set to deliver another thrilling chapter in the 2024 Formula 1 season. With drivers eager to secure their positions on the grid, qualifying at Lusail will be a pivotal moment. After the final Sprint session of the season, all eyes will be on the qualifying action ahead of the race.
What Time Does Qatar Grand Prix Qualifying Start?
Qualifying for the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix will take place on Saturday, 30 November 2024, starting at 9:00 PM local time. Below is a breakdown of the qualifying start time in various time zones across the globe:
- United States and Canada: 10:00 AM Pacific Time, 12:00 PM Central Time, 1:00 PM Eastern Time
- Mexico: 12:00 PM (Mexico City)
- United Kingdom: 6:00 PM
- Central European Time (CET): 7:00 PM
- South Africa: 8:00 PM
- Gulf Standard Time (GST): 9:00 PM
- India: 11:30 PM
- Indonesia: 1:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December) [Western Indonesia Time]
- China: 2:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December)
- Singapore: 2:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December)
- Malaysia: 2:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December)
- Philippines: 2:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December)
- Japan: 3:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December)
- Australia: 5:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December) [Australian Eastern Daylight Time]
- New Zealand: 6:00 AM (Sunday, 1 December) [New Zealand Daylight Time]
*Check local time for your specific location if you live in a region with different time zones.
**Central European Time covers 30 countries, including France, Italy, Germany, and Spain.
How to Watch the Qatar Grand Prix Qualifying on TV
Formula 1 fans worldwide can tune into the Qatar Grand Prix qualifying on various TV platforms, depending on their location. Here's a selection of the broadcasters providing live coverage:
- Africa: SuperSport
- Australia: Fox Sports, Foxtel, Kayo
- Brazil: BandSports, TV Bandeirantes
- Canada: RDS (French), TSN (English), Noovo
- Central Asia: Setanta Sports
- China: CCTV
- France: Canal+
- Germany: Sky Sport F1
- India: FanCode
- Italy: Sky Sport F1, TV8
- Japan: DAZN, Fuji TV
- Mexico: Fox Sports
- Middle East and North Africa: beIN Sports
- Netherlands: Viaplay
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports F1, Channel 4 (highlights)
- United States: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes
How to Stream Qatar Grand Prix Qualifying Online
F1 fans can also stream the Qatar Grand Prix qualifying session online. Here are the top streaming options:
- UK: NOW and Sky Go offer live streaming options.
- F1 TV Pro: Available worldwide in selected regions, F1 TV Pro offers exclusive features like onboard cameras from all 20 cars, pre- and post-race shows, and live commentary in multiple languages. The service is available on platforms like Apple TV, Chromecast, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku.
F1 Qualifying Format: How Does it Work?
The F1 qualifying format is a knockout-style system that has been popular with fans since its introduction. Here's a breakdown of how qualifying works:
Q1: 18 Minutes
All drivers have 18 minutes to set their fastest lap times. At the end of Q1, the five slowest drivers are eliminated, placing them in positions 16 to 20 on the grid. Drivers can complete as many timed laps as they like within the 18-minute session.
Q2: 15 Minutes
After an eight-minute break, the remaining 15 cars head out for another 15-minute session. The five slowest drivers at the end of Q2 are eliminated and will start in positions 11-15 on the grid. Again, drivers can set as many laps as they wish during this phase.
Q3: 12 Minutes
In the final segment, the top 10 drivers from Q2 have 12 minutes to battle for pole position. The fastest laps from Q3 will determine the top 10 grid positions for the Qatar Grand Prix.
As always, qualifying is a critical part of the race weekend, offering fans an exciting preview of the race to come. Be sure to tune in for all the action as the drivers battle it out for those coveted grid spots at the Lusail Circuit.
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