Doc 39 - Pre-Race Procedure

Document 39 - Pre-Race Procedure

This document, issued by the FIA Formula One Media Delegate, outlines the pre-race procedures for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, held from 05-07 December 2025.

Key Information:

• Document Number: 39
• Date: 07 December 2025
• Time: 12:20
• From: The FIA Formula One Media Delegate (Cameron Kelleher)
• To: All Teams, All Officials

Pre-Race Procedure Summary:

As per Article 19.4.b) of the FIA Formula One Sporting Regulations, a summary of the requirements for pre-race activities and the National Anthem is provided:

"no less than sixteen (16) minutes before the scheduled start of the formation lap all drivers must be present at the front of the grid for the playing of the national anthem."

Schedule for National Anthem:

• 16:40:00: Drivers move to National Anthem Position.
  • Drivers are expected to be in position no later than 16:42:00.
• 16:44:00: The National Anthem begins.
  • During the National Anthem, all drivers must remain attired only in their race suits.

Compliance and Additional Information:

• Failure to comply with these procedures will be reported to the Stewards.
• An attached National Anthem Diagram provides visual guidance for the procedure.

Cameron Kelleher The FIA Formula One Media Delegate