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Austrian Grand Prix 2023: PETRONAS Race Preview

Race Date and Time

The 2023 Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix will take place on July 2nd, 2023. The race will begin at 3pm local time (2pm GMT) at the Red Bull Ring.

Session Timings (Europe Time)

* Friday, June 30th 8am - 9am: Free Practice 1 11am - 12pm: Free Practice 2 * Saturday, July 1st 8am - 9am: Free Practice 3 11am - 12pm: Qualifying * Sunday, July 2nd 2pm - 3pm: Race

Track and Weather

The Red Bull Ring is a 4.318-kilometer (2.683-mile) circuit located in Spielberg, Austria. The track is known for its high-speed straights and challenging corners. The weather in Spielberg in July is typically warm and sunny, with average temperatures in the high 20s Celsius (low 80s Fahrenheit). However, there is always a chance of rain, especially in the afternoon.

Drivers and Teams to Watch

Lewis Hamilton and George Russell of Mercedes will be looking to continue their strong start to the 2023 season in Austria. The duo have won four of the first seven races this year and are currently first and second in the Drivers' Championship standings. Red Bull Racing will be another team to watch on home soil. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez have both been in good form in recent races and will be hoping to challenge Mercedes for the win at the Red Bull Ring. Ferrari will also be hoping to be in the mix for victory in Austria. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Jr. have both shown strong pace at times this season, but they have yet to win a race in 2023.

Predictions

Mercedes are the favorites to win the 2023 Austrian Grand Prix. The team has been in excellent form all season and have a strong track record at the Red Bull Ring. Red Bull Racing and Ferrari will be the main challengers to Mercedes. Both teams have shown good pace at times this season, but they will need to be at their best to beat Mercedes on home soil. A podium finish for Lewis Hamilton and George Russell looks likely, with a win being a strong possibility. Red Bull Racing and Ferrari will also be in the mix for a podium, but Mercedes are the team to beat in Austria.

The F1 Spectator