Since the first races in 1902, the French Grand Prix has been hosted by an array of venues, including street circuits in the 50s. The Paul Ricard Circuit hosted the French Grand Prix from its debut in 1970 until 1990, when the event was moved to Magny-Cours, where it remained until 2008. Discussions continued for many years to bring the French Grand Prix back to Paul Ricard, and in 2016, it was announced that the Formula 1 Grand Prix would be hosted at the blue-and-red circuit once again in 2018. This marked a momentous occasion, as it was not only the first race at Paul Ricard since 1990, but the first French Grand Prix since 2008.
2019 French Grand Prix weather forecast (Weather Le Castellet):
From the Formula 1 teams’ point of view, different weather conditions can result in very different races, and Formula 1 teams adapt their strategy accordingly, for example using different tyres in wet conditions, and taking account of cross winds which can cause stability problems at high speeds. It is always well worth checking the weather before any grand prix as it can often throw a curve ball into the mix, although this time Le Castellet will most likely be a straightforward weekend. Conditions appear excellent ahead of the 2019 Formula 1 French Grand Prix weekend. The temperature for race day is expected to be around 24-25 degrees, while according to the latest forecast, there is no chance of rain for Friday, Saturday and Sunday afternoon. The free practice sessions and qualifying day will be warm and will receive abundant sunshine, while on Sunday partly cloudy conditions are likely, but with no precipitation expected.
2019 French Grand Prix Information – Timetable
THURSDAY 20TH JUNE 2019 – Program of the day
15h : Circuit opening
16h00 – 18h00 : Pit Lane Walk
16h00 – 18h00 : Autograph session
19h : Circuit closure
FRIDAY 21ST JUNE 2019 – Program of the day
7h : Circuit opening
9h25 – 10h10 : FIA Formula 3, Practice Session
11h00 – 12h30 : Formula 1, First Practice Session
12h55 – 13h40 : FIA Formula 2, Practice Session
15h00 – 16h30 : Formula 1, Second Practice Session
16h55 – 17h25 : FIA Formula 2, Qualifying Session
17h50 – 18h20 : FIA Formula 3, Qualifying Session
18h45 – 19h15 : Renault Clio Cup, Practice Session
19h00 – 21h00 : Show by DJ of the Mistral
21h30 : Circuit closure
SATURDAY 22ND JUNE 2019 – Program of the day
7h : Circuit opening
9h20 – 9h50 : Renault Clio Cup, Qualifying Sessions
10h30 – 11h15 : FIA Formula 3, First Race
12h00 – 13h00 : Formula 1, Third Free Practice
13h25 – 13h55 : Renault Clio Cup,First Race
14h00 – 14h30 : FIA Formula 2, Drivers’ Parade
15h00 – 16h00 : Formula 1, Qualifying Sessions
16h45 – 17h50 : FIA Formula 2, First Race
19h10 – 19h20 : Women for race by Sisley
19h30 – 19h45 : Renault Parade Lap
19h00 – 20h30 : Concert by Bob Sinclar
21h : Circuit closure
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE 2019 – Program of the day
7h : Circuit opening
8h40 – 9h10 : Renault Clio Cup, Seconde Race
9h55 – 10h40 : FIA Formula 3, Seconde Race
11h25 – 12h15 : FIA Formula 2, Seconde Race
13h00 – 13h10 : Renault Parade Lap
13h30 – 14h00 : Drivers’ Track Parade
14h40 – 14h50 : Starting Grid Presentation
14h54 – 14h56 : National Anthem
15h10 – 17h10 : Formula 1, Grand Prix
17h30 – 19h : Concert by Martin Solveig
21h : Circuit closure
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