A Close Look At The Schedule For The Italian Grand Prix 2024

The long European leg of the 2024 Formula 1 calendar, which started in June, is now in its dying stage. This weekend, the Italian Grand Prix will be the penultimate European race of 2024.

However, the race for the world championship is far from over. With every passing Grand Prix, the competition is becoming more enthralling. Before we discuss it, here are some quick details about the Italian Grand Prix 2024:

• Date: 30 August to 1 September
• Venue: Monza, Italy
• Where to watch: F1 TV

It has been over two months since Max Verstappen won a race. This is a rare sight for Formula 1 fans because the reigning world champion is otherwise a dominant force on the track. Needless to say, the Red Bull Racing driver’s title challenge this year is under serious threat.

On the bright side, Verstappen still holds the pole position on the Drivers’ Standings and maintains a healthy 70-point lead over second-placed Lando Norris. But if this drought continues, it won’t be long before the Dutch driver concedes this advantage to his closest competitors.

Will the Italian race serve as the perfect platform for the world champion to stage his comeback? Only time will tell. Meanwhile, scroll away to learn about the schedule (dates), venue and live stream details of the Italian Grand Prix 2024 so that you do not miss out on such thrilling Formula 1 action.

A look at the history of the Italian Grand Prix

Held for the first time in 1921, the Italian Grand Prix ranks among the oldest Formula 1 races in the world. As of 2023, it has been contested 93 times, the most among all existing races on the F1 calendar.

Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton, the most successful drivers in the history of Formula 1, hold the record for the most wins at the Italian race (five each). On the other hand, Italian motorsport giant Scuderia Ferrari leads the pack among the constructors with 20 wins to its name.

Max Verstappen enters the Italian Grand Prix 2024 as its defending champion.

Schedule for the Italian Grand Prix 2024

According to its schedule, the Italian Grand Prix 2024 will run from 30 August to 1 September. Here is a complete breakdown of the date and time for each race:

• Practice 1: 7:30 PM HKT to 8:30 PM HKT on Friday, 30 August
• Practice 2: 11:00 PM HKT on Friday, 30 August to 12:00 AM HKT on Saturday, 31 August
• Practice 3: 6:30 PM HKT to 7:30 PM HKT on Saturday, 31 August
• Qualifying: 10:00 PM HKT to 11:00 PM HKT on Saturday, 31 August *
• Main race: 9:00 PM HKT onwards on Sunday, 1 September

* The result of the Qualifying race will set the grid for the final or main race of the Italian Grand Prix 2024. 

What is the venue of the Italian Grand Prix 2024?

The Italian Grand Prix 2024 will be contested at the Autodromo Nazionale di Monza, a circuit in the city of Monza, north of Milan in Italy. This 5.8-kilometre-long track can accommodate up to an estimated 119,000 spectators.

Where to live stream the Italian Grand Prix 2024 in Hong Kong

Formula 1 fans all around the globe can live stream all the races of the Italian Grand Prix 2024 on F1 TV, the event’s official broadcaster. Those with an F1 TV Pro plan subscription can also watch the race live, complete with access to real-time onboard cameras.

Additionally, in Hong Kong, the Italian Grand Prix will be streamed by beIN Sports.

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