Formula 1 prepares for an unprecedented event with the celebration of F1 75 Live, a show that will bring together all the teams in a single presentation. For the first time in history, the ten teams will show their new cars together at the London O2 ArenaOn the occasion of 75 º aniversario of the competition.
This event will serve not only to show the world the new car decorations, but also to offer a show with musical performances and the participation of the 20 starting drivers. In addition, it will be a great opportunity to see Lewis Hamilton debuting with Ferrari and Carlos Sainz on his new stage with Williams.
When and where will F1 75 Live take place?
The event will take place on February 18 Tuesday in the London O2 Arena, one of the most prestigious venues in the world with capacity for 20.000 viewers. Tickets sold out quickly after they went on sale in November 2024, demonstrating the great expectation generated.
How to follow the presentation live?
For those who couldn't get a ticket, F1 75 Live will be broadcast live and free of charge worldwide. Formula 1 has confirmed that the event can be watched through its official channels in YouTube, Facebook and TikTok, plus some TV channels specialized in sports.
The event schedule will be as follows:
- . 21: 00 CET
- Mexico: 14:00
- Argentina: 17:00
Which teams will participate and what will be on display?
All Formula 1 teams will be present at this gala, where each team will have seven minutes on stage to present their colours and talk about the new season. The order of presentation will be inverse to last season's constructors' standings, starting with Sauber and finishing with McLaren.
Some teams like McLaren and Williams have already shown advances of the design of their cars, but at this event the final decorations of each car will be known in greater detail. However, it must be remembered that the Final cars will only be seen in pre-season testing in Bahrain from 26 to 28 February.
Musical performances and presenters
In addition to the presentation of the single-seaters, the event will have a musical and entertainment component. Attendees will be able to enjoy live performances by recognized artists, among them:
- Kane Brown – American country singer
- Machine Gun Kelly (mgk) – International rapper and musician
- Take That – Legendary British band
- Bryan Tyler – Composer of the official Formula 1 theme
The event will be presented by Jack whitehall, British comedian, joined by F1 commentators Laura Winter and Lawrence Barretto.
Why is it being held at the O2 Arena?
The O2 Arena was not chosen at random to host this event. Located in London, it is one of the largest and most famous indoor stadiums in the world. In addition, many Formula 1 teams are based in the United Kingdom, such as Red Bull, Mercedes, McLaren, Williams and Aston Martin, which has made it easier for the teams to organise and travel there.
F1 75 Live is set to be a milestone in motorsport history, setting a new standard for the way teams are presented ahead of a season. With spectacular production, high level performances and the presence of all the drivers, this event promises to be one of the most memorable celebrations in Formula 1.