P1racenews AI automatic summary:
F1 Practice Today: Imola Grand Prix 2025 start times, schedule, TV channel and FREE live stream
This weekend, Formula 1 is heading to Italy to start the European triple header at the Imola Grand Prix, marking the seventh round of the 2025 season.
The Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari will witness the start of action with the first practice session on Friday in the Emilia-Romagna region, promising an exciting atmosphere for the spectators.
As the first Italian race of the season, Imola holds significance as Lewis Hamilton will experience his debut home race for Ferrari, while his successor at Mercedes, Kimi Antonelli, has the advantage of racing closer to his hometown of Bologna.
Antonelli, the 18-year-old Mercedes rookie, made headlines in Miami by securing the youngest-ever pole position in F1 history during sprint qualifying, setting high expectations for his performance in front of friends and family at Imola.
With the championship leader Oscar Piastri continuing his strong form, the Imola Grand Prix sets the stage for a thrilling showdown between Mercedes and their rivals throughout the weekend.
