Formula 1 returns to Spielberg, Austria to host the Austrian Grand Prix and round 8 of the Formula 1 World Championship.

After being removed from formula 1 calendars in 2004. The A1 Ring as it was known, has since been bought by Red Bull owner Dietrich Mateschitz , given a refurbishment and it is back on the Formula 1 calendar. The Red Bull ring played host to some fantastic racing in the past. The battle between Michael Schumacher and Mika Hakkinen in 1998 comes immediately to mind. Not forgetting the moment in 2001 where Rubens Barrichello was asked by then Ferrari Team Principal, Jean Todt to “let Michael pass for the championship”.

For teams this season at the Red Bull Ring its a complete unknown. The drivers will have to learn the track with no prior information to assist them. No doubt the drivers have been spending lots of time in the simulator in preparation for the race, but nothing beats track time. It will be interesting to see which team will get on top of things quick enough and take advantage of the conditions.

The team to beat will undoubtedly be Mercedes. Red Bull will be hoping to put in a good performance as they will be performing in front of their home crowd.

Below are the broadcast times for the Austrian Grand Prix(All times are GMT+2)

Free Practice 1: Friday 10:00

Free Practice 2: Friday 14:00

Free Practice 3: Saturday 11:00

Qualifying: Saturday 14:00

Race: Sunday 14:00

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