Where can I watch qualifying for the Mexican GP LIVE?

The Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez continues to vibrate with excitement for the 2025 Formula 1 (F1) Mexican Grand Prix . This Saturday, October 25, marks the second day of activities, with drivers fine-tuning details in the final free practice session before qualifying, which will determine the starting positions for Sunday's eagerly awaited race. If you'd like to watch the event live, we've provided the channels and times where it will be shown.

The first free practice sessions took place yesterday, Friday, where the Mexican fans gathered to give their all to Patricio O'Ward, the Monterrey-born McLaren driver who had to climb into Lando Norris's car for Free Practice 1.

During the first session, the Mexican finished in 13th place, despite having raced with severe gastroenteritis. Charles Leclerc took the lead with a time of 1:18.380, followed by Kimi Antonelli and Nico Hülkenberg.

For the second practice session, with the regular drivers in each car, Max Verstappen took the lead with a time of 1:17.392, one second faster than Leclerc's time in the first practice session. The Monegasque posted the second-fastest time of the day, while Kimi Antonelli finished third, creating the surprise of the day.

Now, the drivers face their final free practice session before moving on to qualifying, which consists of three phases, with the last five times eliminated in each phase.

Qualifying also determines the grid order, although changes may occur after the race if a team decides to change a component of the car, whether it be the bike, gearbox, chassis, or other components.

This is how qualifying works in F1

The Saturday before an F1 race takes place during qualifying, a session that ultimately determines Sunday's starting order. The 20 drivers compete for the best time and pole position, or first place on the grid.

It all begins with Q1, which lasts 18 minutes. During this time, each rider attempts to set their fastest lap; the five slowest drivers are eliminated and will start from the back of the field.

Then comes Q2, with the 15 fastest times. Everyone starts again, regardless of what they did before. They have 15 minutes, and at the end, five more are eliminated.

Finally, Q3 brings together the 10 fastest drivers of the day. This round decides who takes pole position and who will start in the next few places. It's the most exciting moment before Sunday's big race.

When and where can you watch the 2025 Mexican GP Qualifying LIVE?

• Date and time: Saturday, October 25, 3:00 PM Central Mexico Time
• Broadcast (channels): Channel 5, Sky Sports and F1TV

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