Formula 1 is back after the summer break, with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort hosting round 15 of the 2025 season. There are only 10 races left, so every point now counts in the battle for the championship. Oscar Piastri still leads the way, but with his teammate Lando Norris sitting close behind in the standings, things could change very quickly this weekend.

Fans heading to Zandvoort should pack for all kinds of weather. Temperatures will sit around 19°C, with showers and even thunderstorms likely on Friday and Saturday. Sunday is expected to be cloudy, but being right on the coast means conditions can turn in an instant.

The Zandvoort track is one of the most special on the calendar. Built through the sand dunes by the sea, it’s famous for its steep banked corners, including the huge 35% slope at Turn 1 and the sweeping final turn, Arie Luyendykbocht. It’s an old-school, narrow circuit that demands skill but still offers chances to overtake, which usually makes for plenty of drama. Add in the “Orange Army” of Dutch fans cheering Verstappen, and the atmosphere is always incredible.

Jim Clark still holds the record for the most wins at Zandvoort with four, but Verstappen is right behind on three. Last year, Lando Norris got the better of him to take victory, and he’ll be eager to repeat that this time around. McLaren remain the team to beat in 2025, but if the rain comes, Verstappen will fancy his chances in front of his home crowd.

READ MORE: FIA raises speed limit in the pit lane for the Dutch Grand Prix

This weekend is also a big one for Pirelli, as the Dutch GP will be their 500th Formula 1 race. To celebrate, the tyres will carry a special logo, and slightly softer compounds have been chosen compared to last year, which could push teams towards making two pit stops instead of one. With the pit lane speed limit also increased to 80 km/h, stops will be faster too, giving teams more options to play with.

One more thing: this is the second-to-last Dutch GP on the calendar, as Zandvoort will drop off after 2026. That makes this race even more special for fans and drivers alike. With the title fight so close, Verstappen racing at home, and the weather set to add even more spice, this weekend in Zandvoort looks like one of the most exciting rounds of the year.