The Japanese Grand Prix is going to start from 2PM track time in Japan on April 6. The starting grid for Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix is already set. Max Verstappen is going to start the race on pole position for Sunday’s race. Verstappen’s closest competitors are Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri who are second and third on the grid respectively. Charles Leclerc is the sole front runner for Ferrari in fourth place. Mercedes have locked out the third row with 5th and 6th positions. The Japanese Grand Prix will host its 50th race in 2025.<\/p>
Max Verstappen surprised everyone with a dominant performance during the final session of qualifying. He went on to break the lap record at Suzuka and inched ahead of Norris by 0.012s to claim the pole position. The Japanese GP qualifying and practice sessions faced some interruptions due to fires starting on track. FIA has taken action to reduce the chances of these fires disrupting the race. There is also a chance of rain on Sunday<\/a> during the race. The team will have to prepare themselves for a wet track. Let’s dive in to find out the predictions and odds for the Japanese Grand Prix 2025.<\/p> The Japanese Grand Prix might become a rain affected race during the initial phase of the race. Verstappen may increase his lead over the two McLarens using his expertise in racing during rainy conditions. Max Verstappen’s talent shines in the rain as visible during the Australian Grand Prix. The Dutchman can compensate for the lack of pace in his Red Bull using his pole position and wet track. Oscar Piastri was unable to produce good results during the rain swept the Australian GP. He spun out during the race in which he was the fan favorite for victory. Piastri was in a good form during the Chinese GP. He can attack Max Verstappen better than Lando Norris.<\/p>2025 Japanese Grand Prix Predictions<\/h2>