Sky Sports is gearing up for the 2026 F1 season, with the Australian Grand Prix kicking things off. Viewership has been increasing, and 2026 is expected to be even bigger with new cars and rule changes.
Sky Sports F1 Broadcast Team and Coverage
Sky Sports will feature an expert line-up and broadcast innovations. They will provide live coverage of all 24 races. Sky Sports will continue its broadcast partnership through to 2029 and is the only place to watch every practice, qualifying session, and race live in the UK and Ireland.
Non-Sky subscribers can purchase a NOW Sports Day or Month Membership for contract-free access to all Sky Sports channels, including Sky Sports F1.
F1 Australian Grand Prix Schedule on Sky Sports
Sky Sports will broadcast the Australian Grand Prix. Coverage includes build-up, qualifying, and the race itself.
- Thursday March 53am: Drivers’ Press Conference
- Friday March 61am: Australian GP Practice One (session starts at 1.30am)
- Saturday March 75am: AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX QUALIFYING
- Sunday March 84am: THE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX
How To Watch F1 on Sky Sports
Every race of the 2026 Formula 1 season will be broadcast live on Sky Sports. The season starts with the Australian Grand Prix this weekend. You can stream Sky Sports with NOW, with no contract and the ability to cancel anytime.