F1 is finally back after summer break and we return to the fan favourite Zandvoort. The iconic Circuit Zandvoort, nestled along the picturesque coastline of the Netherlands, is set to host one of the most electrifying events in the world of motorsports. As the engines roar to life and the cars hurtle down the track, fans from around the globe will be treated to a spectacle that combines the rich history of Formula One with the modern heart-pounding action that defines the sport today.
From the legendary battles of past racing titans to the cutting-edge technology that propels today's contenders, the Dutch Grand Prix encapsulates the essence of Formula One's evolution. The undulating track, with its twists and turns, promises to challenge drivers' skills to the fullest, separating the extraordinary from the exceptional. As the countdown to the green light begins, excitement hangs in the air, echoing the cheers of devoted fans who have been eagerly awaiting this moment for years.
The Dutch GP is also the home race for championship leader Max Verstappen. Robert Schwartzman will also be taking Carlos Sainz' seat in FP1. If you want to read more about the individual drivers and teams, click here!
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Zandvoort Schedule (BST):
Friday 25th August:
Free Practice 1: 11:30-12:30
Free Practice 2: 15:00-16:00
Saturday 26th August:
Free Practice 3: 10:30-11:30
Qualifying: 14:00-15:00
Sunday 27th August:
The Race: 14:00
About The Track:
The first Grand Prix to be held here was in 1952.
The circuit has 2 DRS zones. The first is between Turns 9 and 10; the second is between Turns 12 and 13.
The race will have 72 laps of the 4.259km circuit.
The lap record was set by Lewis Hamilton in 2021 at 1:11.097.
One of the defining features of the circuit is its elevation changes. The track winds through the dunes, creating challenging uphill and downhill sections that demand precise driving.
In line with modern sustainability trends, Circuit Zandvoort has undertaken initiatives to minimize its environmental impact. These efforts include renewable energy sources, waste reduction, and eco-friendly facilities.
Free Practice Updates:
Free Practice 1:
Times By Teams -
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P15. 1:13.448. Completed 30 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P17. 1:13.826. Completed 20 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P9. 1:12.749. Completed 21 laps.
Daniel Ricciardo: P13. 1:12.990. Completed 26 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P10. 1:12.802. Completed 29 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P12. 1:12.895. Completed 30 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P2. 1:12.130. Completed 22 laps.
Lance Stroll: No Time Set.
Ferrari
Robert Schwartzman: P19. 1:14.803. Completed 25 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P16. 1:13.519. Completed 26 laps.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P14. 1:13.322. Completed 30 laps.
Nico Hulkenberg: P18. 1:14.023. Completed 13 laps.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P6. 1:12.460. Completed 22 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P8. 1:12.658. Completed 21 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P3. 1:12.225. Completed 24 laps.
George Russell: P11. 1:12.813. Completed 23 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P1. 1:11.852. Completed 31 laps.
Sergio Perez: P4. 1:12.3223. Completed 27 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P5. 1:12.447. Completed 25 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P7. 1:12.617. Completed 30 laps.
Overall Results of FP1 -
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:11.852 |
2 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +0.278 |
3 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +0.373 |
4 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +0.471 |
5 | Alex Albon | Williams | +0.595 |
6 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +0.608 |
7 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +0.765 |
8 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +0.806 |
9 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +0.897 |
10 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +0.950 |
11 | George Russell | Mercedes | +0.961 |
12 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1.043 |
13 | Daniel Ricciardo | AlphaTauri | +1.138 |
14 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +1.470 |
15 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +1.596 |
16 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +1.667 |
17 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +1.974 |
18 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +2.171 |
19 | Robert Schwartzman | Ferrari | +2.951 |
Free Practice 2:
Times By Teams -
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P9. 1:11.857. Completed 30 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P15. 1:12.074. Completed 29 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P5. 1:11.720. Completed 30 laps.
Daniel Ricciardo: P20. 1:13.096. Completed 7 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P13. 1:12.001. Completed 29 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P6. 1:11.766. Completed 29 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P10. 1:11.863. Completed 30 laps.
Lance Stroll: P8. 1:11.835, Completed 30 laps.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P16. 1:12.093. Completed 30 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P11. 1:11.915. Completed 29 laps.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P17. 1:12.404. Completed 27 laps.
Nico Hulkenberg: P18. 1:12.693. Completed 30 laps.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P1. 1:11.330. Completed 29 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P19. 1:12.901. Completed 6 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P4. 1:11.638. Completed 26 laps.
George Russell: P14. 1:12.009. Completed 27 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P2. 1:11.353. Completed 25 laps.
Sergio Perez: P7. 1:11.817. Completed 28 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P3. 1:11.599. Completed 30 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P12. 1:11.934. Completed 31 laps.
Overall Result of FP2 -
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 1:11.330 |
2 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | +0.023 |
3 | Alex Albon | Williams | +0.269 |
4 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +0.398 |
5 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +0.390 |
6 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +0.436 |
7 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +0.487 |
8 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +0.505 |
9 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +0.527 |
10 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +0.533 |
11 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +0.585 |
12 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +0.604 |
13 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +0.671 |
14 | George Russell | Mercedes | +0.679 |
15 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +0.744 |
16 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +0.763 |
17 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +1.074 |
18 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +1.363 |
19 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1.571 |
20 | Daniel Ricciardo | AlphaTauri | +1.766 |
Free Practice 3:
Times By Teams -
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P8. 1:22.965. Completed 25 laps.
Zhou Guanyu: P19. 1:28.482. Completed 9 laps.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P13. 1:23.544. Completed 18 laps.
Liam Lawson: P18. 1:26.343. Completed 26 laps.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P16. 1:23.806. Completed 12 laps.
Pierre Gasly: P11. 1:23.210. Completed 15 laps.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P4. 1:22.634. Completed 14 laps.
Lance Stroll: P17. 1:24.058. Completed 15 laps.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P12. 1:23.438. Completed 17 laps.
Charles Leclerc: P9. 1:23.093. Completed 12 laps.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: No Time Set.
Nico Hulkenberg: P15. 1:23.640. Completed 20 laps.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P10. 1:23.158. Completed 24 laps.
Oscar Piastri: P7. 1:22.892. Completed 20 laps.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P5. 1:22.723. Completed 18 laps.
George Russell: P2. 1:22.010. Completed 18 laps.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P1. 1:21.631. Completed 18 laps.
Sergio Perez: P3. 1:22.631. COmpleted 18 laps.
Williams
Alex Albon: P6. 1:22.750. Completed 19 laps.
Logan Sargeant: P14. 1:23.570. Completed 20 laps.
Overall Results of FP3 -
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:21.631 |
2 | George Russell | Mercedes | +0.379 |
3 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +1.000 |
4 | Fernando Alonso | ASton Martin | +1.003 |
5 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +1.092 |
6 | Alex Albon | Williams | +1.119 |
7 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +1.261 |
8 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +1.334 |
9 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | +1.462 |
10 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +1.527 |
11 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +1.579 |
12 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +1.807 |
13 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +1.913 |
14 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | +1.939 |
15 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +2.009 |
16 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +2.175 |
17 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +2.427 |
18 | Liam Lawson | AlphaTauri | +4.712 |
19 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | +6.851 |
Qualifying Updates:
Eliminated in Q1 -
Liam Lawson
Valtteri Bottas
Kevin Magnussen
Esteban Ocon
Zhou Guanyu
Eliminated in Q2 -
Nico Hulkenberg
Yuki Tsunoda
Lewis Hamilton
Pierre Gasly
Lance Stroll
Through to Q3 -
Logan Sargeant
Charles Leclerc
Oscar Piastri
Sergio Perez
Carlos Sainz
Fernando Alonso
Alex Albon
George Russell
Lando Norris
Max Verstappen
OVERALL RESULT OF QUALIFYING:
*this does not take into account any penalties, final starting grid can be found under 'The Race' section*
The time listed shows the driver's fastest qualifying lap for their respective final qualifying sessions. Blue is for Q3, red is for Q2, and no background colour is Q1. For the driver's times for Q1, Q2, Q3, see below in 'Qualifying Results by Team'.
Position | Driver | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 1:10.567 |
2 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 1:11.104 |
3 | George Russell | Mercedes | 1:11.294 |
4 | Alex Albon | Williams | 1:11.419 |
5 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 1:11.506 |
6 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | 1:11.754 |
7 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | 1:11.880 |
8 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 1:11.938 |
9 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 1:12.665 |
10 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | 1:16.748 |
11 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | 1:20.121 |
12 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | 1:20.138 |
13 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 1:20.151 |
14 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | 1:20.230 |
15 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | 1:20.250 |
16 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo | 1:22.067 |
17 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 1:22.110 |
18 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | 1:22.192 |
19 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | 1:22.260 |
20 | Liam Lawson | AlphaTauri | 1:23.420 |
Alfa Romeo
Valtteri Bottas: P19. Q1 = 1:22.260.
Zhou Guanyu: P16. Q1 = 1:22.067.
AlphaTauri
Yuki Tsunoda: P14. Q1 = 1:21.781. Q2 = 1:20.230.
Liam Lawson: P20. Q1 = 1:23.420.
Alpine
Esteban Ocon: P17. Q1 = 1:22.110.
Pierre Gasly: P12. Q1 = 1:21.735. Q2 = 1:20.128.
Aston Martin
Fernando Alonso: P5. Q1 = 1:21.840. Q2 = 1:19.429. Q3 = 1:11.506.
Lance Stroll: P11. Q1 = 1:21.570. Q2 = 1:20.121.
Ferrari
Carlos Sainz: P6. Q1 = 1:21.321. Q2 = 1:19.929. Q3 = 1:11.754.
Charles Leclerc: P9. Q1 = 1:22.019. Q2 = 1:19.600. Q3 = 1:12.665.
Haas
Kevin Magnussen: P18. Q1 = 1:22.192.
Nico Hulkenberg: P15. Q1 = 1:21.891. Q2 = 1:20.250.
McLaren
Lando Norris: P2. Q1 = 1:21.276. Q2 = 1:19.769. Q3 = 1:11.104.
Oscar Piastri: P8. Q1 = 1:21.231. Q2 = 1:19.392. Q3 = 1:11.938.
Mercedes
Lewis Hamilton: P13. Q1 = 1:21.919. Q2 = 1:20.151.
George Russell: P3. Q1 = 1:21.345. Q2 = 1:19.620. Q3 = 1:11.294.
Red Bull
Max Verstappen: P1. Q1 = 1:20.965. Q2 = 1:18.856. Q3 = 1:10.567.
Sergio Perez: P7. Q1 = 1:21.972. Q2 = 1:19.856. Q3 = 1:11.880.
Williams
Alex Albon: P4. Q1 = 1:20.939. Q2 = 1:19.399. Q3 = 1:11.419.
Logan Sargeant: P10. Q1 = 1:22.036. Q2 = 1:20.067. Q3 = 1:16.748.
Pre-Race Penalties:
Tsunoda has a 3 place grid drop penalty for impeding during qualifying.
Magnussen has to start from the pit lane after changing multiple PU components.
The Race:
Starting Grid -
Position | Driver | Team |
|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull |
2 | Lando Norris | McLaren |
3 | George Russell | Mercedes |
4 | Alex Albon | Williams |
5 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin |
6 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari |
7 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull |
8 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren |
9 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari |
10 | Logan Sargeant | Williams |
11 | Lance Stroll | ASton Martin |
12 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine |
13 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes |
14 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas |
15 | Zhou Guanyu | Alfa Romeo |
16 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine |
17 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTAuri |
18 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo |
19 | Liam Lawson | AlphaTauri |
PITS | Kevin Magnusen | Haas |
Race Results -
Position | Driver | Team | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | |
2 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | +3.744 |
3 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | +7.058 |
4 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | +10.068 |
5 | Carlos Sainz | Ferrari | +12.541 |
6 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | +13.209 |
7 | Lando Norris | McLaren | +13.232 |
8 | Alex Albon | Williams | +15.155 |
9 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | +16.580 |
10 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | +18.346 |
11 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | +20.087 |
12 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | +20.840 |
13 | Liam Lawson | AlphaTauri | +26.147 |
14 | Valtteri Bottas | Alfa Romeo | +27.388 |
15 | Yuki Tsunoda | AlphaTauri | +29.893 |
16 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | +31.410 |
17 | George Russell | Mercedes | +55.754 |
DNFs -
Zhou Guanyu
Charles Leclerc
Logan Sargeant
Fastest Lap -
Fernando Alonso with 1:13.837
Driver of the Day -
Fernando Alonso
Any Other News:
25/08/23: Due to breaking his wrist during his crash in FP2, Daniel Ricciardo will not compete for the rest of the Dutch GP. Liam Lawson will make his F1 debut as Ricciardo's stand in.
Championship Standings:
World Constructor Championship -
Position | Team | Points | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Red Bull | 540 | |
2 | Mercedes | 255 | -285 |
3 | Aston Martin | 215 | -40 |
4 | Ferrari | 201 | -14 |
5 | McLaren | 111 | -90 |
6 | Alpine | 73 | -38 |
7 | Williams | 15 | -58 |
8 | Haas | 11 | -4 |
9 | Alfa Romeo | 9 | -2 |
10 | AlphaTauri | 3 | -6 |
World Driver Championship -
Position | Driver | Points | Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Max Verstappen | 339 | |
2 | Sergio Perez | 201 | -138 |
3 | Fernando Alonso | 168 | -33 |
4 | Lewis Hamilton | 156 | -22 |
5 | Carlos Sainz | 102 | -54 |
6 | Charles Leclerc | 99 | -3 |
7 | George Russell | 99 | -0 |
8 | Lando Norris | 75 | -24 |
9 | Lance Stroll | 47 | -28 |
10 | Pierre Gasly | 37 | -10 |
11 | Esteban Ocon | 36 | -1 |
12 | Oscar Piastri | 36 | -0 |
13 | Alex Albon | 15 | -21 |
14 | Nico Hulkenberg | 9 | -6 |
15 | Valtteri Bottas | 5 | -4 |
16 | Zhou Guanyu | 4 | -1 |
17 | Yuki Tsunoda | 3 | -1 |
18 | Kevin Magnussen | 2 | -1 |
19 | Logan Sargeant | 0 | -2 |
20 | Nyck De Vries | 0 | -0 |
21 | Daniel Ricciardo | 0 | -0 |
22 | Liam Lawson | 0 | -0 |