Formula 1: 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Preview, Predictions, Race Schedule and Circuit Details

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updated at May 11, 2024 at 9:41 PM

The Formula 1 circus rolls on to Italy for the 2024 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix
Several teams head into the European race with a flurry of upgrades to their cars
Sports Brief spotlights an extensive preview and prediction of the 2024 Imola race

Formula 1 ventures onto mainland Europe for the first time in the 2024 season, with the highly anticipated Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix on the horizon.

The Italian race, slated for the iconic Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari race track, makes its return after a one-year hiatus following an unfortunate flood incident that affected the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy.

Nonetheless, the 2024 edition of the race is expected to unfold in quite some style, as it is slated off the back of McLaren’s surprise victory at the Miami Grand Prix.

Formula 1, Lewis Hamilton, F1, Imola, Emilia Romagna, Italy, Mercedes, Red Bull — Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium during the Formula 1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at the Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari on November 01, 2020 in Imola. Image: Miguel Medina.
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The Woking team sealed an unexpected win at the Florida race following a massive upgrade to their MCL38 car and will fancy their chances of challenging Red Bull Racing again, who themselves are bringing some upgrades for the Grand Prix. Not to be outdone at their home Grand Prix, Scuderia Ferrari are also expected to unveil massive upgrades to the SF-24 car for the Imola race.

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With all eyes on Imola, Sports Brief offers an in-depth preview of the upcoming 2024 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix.

Emilia Romagna Grand Prix schedule

The 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix is scheduled to take place from May 17 to May 19, promising fans an exciting lineup of sessions and events spread over three action-packed days.

May 17:

- Practice 1 starts at 13:30 (GMT +2)

- Practice 2 follows at 17:00 (GMT +2)

May 18:

- Practice 3 begins at 12:30 (GMT +2)

- Grand Prix Qualifying continues at 16:00 (GMT +2)

May 19:

- The Grand Prix starts at 15:00 (GMT +2)

Emilia Romagna Grand Prix Preview

The 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix marks Formula 1's return to the Imola circuit for the first time since the notably chaotic race of 2022.

The Imola race has become synonymous with rain, and the ensuing chaos, and the 2024 edition looks to continue this trend, with the weather forecast suggesting rain could play a role during the Grand Prix weekend.

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Turning from meteorological discussions to on-track action, the iconic Italian race has often provided fans with thrilling wheel-to-wheel racing and memorable moments.

The 2024 edition is expected to be no different, with many teams bringing upgrades for the Grand Prix. Scuderia Ferrari, Red Bull, Haas, and Alpine have all highlighted their upgraded cars heading into the race weekend. Mercedes, in particular, is looking to improve on the upgrades to the W15 Silver Arrow, which failed to meet expectations at the Miami Grand Prix.

However, all eyes will be on McLaren, who secured their first race win since 2021 at the Miami Grand Prix. The Woking team's seemingly fortuitous victory in Florida has sparked discussions about the effectiveness of the newly fitted upgrades to the MCL38, raising questions about what their performance could be leading into the Imola race.

Despite the talk of car upgrades, it must be emphasised that Red Bull remains the team to beat for the race weekend, having clinched victories in the last two editions of the race.

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Emilia Romagna Grand Prix prediction

The race at Imola will witness Ferrari racing in front of their passionate home crowd – the Tifosi, known for their impeccable cheers and support.

However, it's important to note that Red Bull has often played the role of party spoiler for Ferrari in Italy, particularly since the introduction of the new rules in 2022.

With the Austrian team anticipated to bring upgrades to the Grand Prix, it's hard to overlook their chances of clinching another victory.

Nevertheless, fans can expect thrilling wheel-to-wheel racing throughout the Grand Prix, promising an exciting spectacle for all.