Fastest Lap Records of the 2025 Formula 1 Season
Formula 1 is a sport where every millisecond counts, and breaking lap records is the ultimate display of speed and precision. As the 2025 season approaches, the battle for supremacy on the track will be more intense than ever. While every circuit has its own characteristics, some lap records have stood the test of time, while others have been recently rewritten.
We’ve taken a deep dive into the fastest times ever recorded on the 24 circuits that will host races this season, highlighting the drivers who set them and the conditions that made these record-breaking laps possible. Here’s a look at the lap records heading into the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Australian Grand Prix – Albert Park Circuit – 1:19.813
The lap record at Albert Park was set by Charles Leclerc in 2024. The track was significantly reprofiled in recent years to allow for faster lap times, and Leclerc’s blistering lap proved just how quick the circuit has become.
Chinese Grand Prix – Shanghai International Circuit – 1:32.238
Shanghai’s lap record remains untouched since 2004, when Michael Schumacher set a stunning time. Despite significant advancements in car technology, no one has been able to beat Schumacher’s record over two decades later.
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Japanese Grand Prix – Suzuka International Racing Course – 1:30.983
Suzuka, known for its demanding corners, holds a lap record set by Lewis Hamilton in 2019. This circuit is a true test of a driver’s skill, and Hamilton’s record reflects his dominance in the turbo-hybrid era.
Bahrain Grand Prix – Bahrain International Circuit – 1:31.447
The Bahrain International Circuit lap record was set by Pedro de la Rosa in 2005. Despite numerous Grand Prix weekends under the lights, no driver has managed to surpass this time in race conditions.
Saudi Arabian Grand Prix – Jeddah Corniche Circuit – 1:30.734
Jeddah’s ultra-fast street circuit saw Lewis Hamilton set the lap record in 2021. With its high-speed nature and close walls, this track remains one of the most thrilling stops on the calendar.
Miami Grand Prix – Miami International Autodrome – 1:31.361
Max Verstappen set the fastest lap at Miami in 2023. As one of the newer circuits in F1, the Miami Autodrome continues to evolve, and it will be interesting to see if this record falls in 2025.
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Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix – Imola Circuit – 1:15.484
Imola, steeped in F1 history, saw Lewis Hamilton set the fastest lap in 2020. Known for its old-school layout and unforgiving corners, Imola always delivers exciting races.
Monaco Grand Prix – Circuit de Monaco – 1:12.909
Monaco’s lap record remains untouched since Lewis Hamilton’s 2021 flying lap. Given the tight and twisty nature of the street circuit, breaking this record will require a near-perfect lap.
Spanish Grand Prix – Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya – 1:18.149
Barcelona has long been an F1 testing ground, and Max Verstappen set the fastest lap there in 2021. The track’s recent modifications have improved overtaking opportunities, but the record remains intact.
Canadian Grand Prix – Circuit Gilles Villeneuve – 1:13.078
Valtteri Bottas holds the lap record at Montreal, setting the fastest lap in 2019. The combination of long straights and tight chicanes makes this one of the most unpredictable races of the season.
Austrian Grand Prix – Red Bull Ring – 1:05.619
Carlos Sainz set the fastest lap ever at the Red Bull Ring in 2020. With its short layout and elevation changes, this circuit is known for producing thrilling battles.
British Grand Prix – Silverstone Circuit – 1:27.097
Silverstone, the home of British motorsport, has a lap record set by Max Verstappen in 2020. This high-speed track remains one of the most iconic circuits in Formula 1.
Belgian Grand Prix – Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps – 1:46.286
At Spa, the fastest lap ever recorded in an F1 race was set by Valtteri Bottas in 2018. The combination of long straights and high-speed corners makes this a true driver’s circuit.
Hungarian Grand Prix – Hungaroring – 1:16.627
Hungary’s tight and twisty Hungaroring saw its fastest lap set by Lewis Hamilton in 2020. Overtaking is notoriously difficult here, making track position crucial.
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Dutch Grand Prix – Circuit Zandvoort – 1:11.097
Zandvoort’s lap record was set by Lewis Hamilton in 2021. With its banked corners and compact layout, this track provides a unique challenge for drivers.
Italian Grand Prix – Monza Circuit – 1:21.046
Monza, known as the “Temple of Speed,” has a lap record set by Rubens Barrichello in 2004. The circuit’s long straights and high-speed corners make it a paradise for power-hungry F1 cars.
Azerbaijan Grand Prix – Baku City Circuit – 1:43.009
The fastest lap in Baku was set by Charles Leclerc in 2019. The mix of tight corners and flat-out straights makes this street circuit a unique challenge.
Singapore Grand Prix – Marina Bay Street Circuit – 1:34.486
Daniel Ricciardo set the lap record in Singapore in 2024. With its humid conditions and tight layout, this night race remains one of the most demanding on the calendar.
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United States Grand Prix – Circuit of the Americas – 1:36.169
Charles Leclerc holds the lap record at COTA, which he set in 2019. The track’s elevation changes and technical sectors provide a great test for modern F1 cars.
Mexican Grand Prix – Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez – 1:17.774
Valtteri Bottas set the fastest lap in Mexico City in 2021. The high-altitude conditions make this track one of the most unique challenges in F1.
São Paulo Grand Prix – Interlagos Circuit – 1:10.540
Interlagos’ lap record was set by Valtteri Bottas in 2018. With its undulating layout and unpredictable weather, this track is always a fan favorite.
Las Vegas Grand Prix – Las Vegas Strip Circuit – 1:34.876
The newest addition to the calendar, Las Vegas, saw its lap record set by Lando Norris in 2024. With its long straights and neon-lit backdrop, this street circuit is unlike any other.
Qatar Grand Prix – Lusail International Circuit – 1:23.196
Qatar’s Lusail Circuit saw its fastest lap set by Lewis Hamilton in 2021. With its flowing corners and smooth asphalt, this track has quickly become a modern favorite.
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Marina Circuit – 1:26.103
Max Verstappen holds the lap record at Yas Marina, which he set in 2021. The track’s revisions have improved racing, but breaking this record will still be a challenge.
Looking Ahead to the 2025 Season
With new regulations, evolving track conditions, and technological advancements, it’s only a matter of time before some of these lap records fall. The 2025 season promises to deliver even more breathtaking moments as drivers push their machines to the absolute limit in pursuit of new all-time fastest laps. Will we see history rewritten once again?
