Formula 1 on Sky Sports: Your 2026 Season Guide
Sky Sports F1 is gearing up for what promises to be a thrilling 2026 Formula 1 season, kicking off with the Australian Grand Prix on March 6th. With viewership steadily increasing year after year, the 2026 season is set to be even bigger, fueled by exciting new cars and rule changes. Sky Sports remains the ultimate destination for Formula 1 fans in the UK and Ireland, offering comprehensive, live coverage of all 24 races.
What to Expect from Sky Sports F1 in 2026
Sky Sports isn’t just broadcasting the races; they’re enhancing the viewing experience with an expert on-screen team and cutting-edge broadcast innovations. From practice sessions to qualifying and the main races, you’ll find it all live on Sky Sports F1. Their broadcast partnership extends through 2029, solidifying their position as the definitive home of Formula 1 in the region.
The On-Screen Team
The 2026 season will feature a full on-screen line-up of experts providing insightful analysis and commentary. Details of the team members will be announced closer to the start of the season.
2026 Race Schedule Highlights (Australian Grand Prix Focus)
Here’s a glimpse of the schedule for the Australian Grand Prix weekend (all times are approximate and subject to change):
- Thursday, March 5th:
- 3:00 AM: Drivers’ Press Conference
- 6:00 AM: Paddock Uncut
- 9:45 PM: F3 Practice
- 10:55 PM: F2 Practice
- Friday, March 6th:
- 1:00 AM: Australian GP Practice One (session starts at 1:30 AM)
- 2:55 AM: F3 Qualifying
- 3:30 AM: Team Bosses Press Conference
- 3:50 AM: F2 Qualifying
- 4:35 AM: Australian GP Practice Two (session starts at 5:00 AM)
- 6:15 AM: The F1 Show
- Saturday, March 7th:
- 0:10 AM: F3 Sprint
- 1:10 AM: Australian GP Practice Three (session starts at 1:30 AM)
- 3:05 AM: F2 Sprint
- 4:10 AM: Australian GP Qualifying Build-up
- 5:00 AM: AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX QUALIFYING
- 7:00 AM: Ted’s Qualifying Notebook
- 9:45 PM: F3 Feature Race
- Sunday, March 8th:
- 12:20 AM: F2 Feature Race
- 2:30 AM: Australian GP Build-up: Grand Prix Sunday
- 4:00 AM: THE AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX
- 6:00 AM: Australian GP Reaction: Chequered Flag
- 7:00 AM: Ted’s Notebook
- 7:55 AM: Australian GP Race Replay
- 10:00 AM: Australian GP Highlights (also on Sky One)
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Get ready for a season of high-speed action and unforgettable moments with Sky Sports F1!
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