How to watch Chinese Grand Prix 2026 F1: Live Stream, Preview, Schedule

• Chinese GP (13-15 March)
• Saturday's sprint race: 3am GMT / 11pm ET (Fri.)
• Sunday's race: 7am GMT / 3am ET
• Free stream: ORF (AUT)
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Watch Chinese Grand Prix 2026 live streams to see whether the much-debated “super clipping” proves as problematic as experts believe, especially given the Shanghai International Circuit’s long straights. But the circuit also has several heavy braking zones, particularly in sector two, which could suit the new regulations and make for some exciting wheel-to-wheel battles.

Energy management will again be key this weekend, but the sprint format complicates things slightly, as drivers and teams will have little time to nail their energy deployment tactics. Speaking of drivers and teams, Mercedes, led by George Russell, head into the race as favorites, but if Ferrari can build on the promise they showed in Albert Park, they could very well challenge at the front.

As for Red Bull, Max Verstappen, speaking during the drivers’ press conference, admitted it’s still too early to know whether they can close the gap to the front. Meanwhile, McLaren’s Andrea Stella noted that the team needs to do a better job of maximizing the raw power of their Mercedes power unit.

There are positives elsewhere too, particularly the tight midfield battle involving Haas, Racing Bulls, and Audi. Rookie Arvid Lindblad and Red Bull debutant Isack Hadjar will also be hoping to continue their strong early-season form.

Here’s how to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 online from anywhere and potentially for FREE.

Chinese Grand Prix 2026 Schedule

Practice 1: Friday, March 13 | 3:30am GMT / 10:30pm ET (Thu.)
Sprint qualifying: Friday, March 13 | 7:30am GMT / 2:30am ET
Sprint race: Saturday, March 14 | 3am GMT / 10pm ET (Fri.)
Qualifying: Saturday, March 14 | 7am GMT / 2am ET
Chinese Grand Prix: Sunday, March 15 | 7am GMT / 2am ET

How to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 for FREE

The 2026 Chinese Grand Prix isn't available for free in every country. However, in these select destinations lucky F1 fans can catch the qualifying, sprint, and the entire race/highlights for FREE.

• Austria – ORF (free live broadcast)
• Belgium – RTBF Auvio (free live broadcast)
• Canada – CTV (free highlights)
• Luxembourg – RTL Zwee (free live broadcast)
• UK – Channel 4 (free highlights)
• Australia – 10Play (free highlights)
• US – Apple TV (free trial) (free live broadcast of every Practice session)

Traveling abroad during the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix? You can use a VPN to watch all the action free of charge as if you were right at home.

How to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 from anywhere

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How to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 in the US

Apple TV is the new home to watch F1, including the Chinese Grand Prix, in the United States.

F1 TV will be bundled with your Apple TV subscription at no additional cost. Subscriptions start at $12.99 per month or $99 per year. Even better, new Apple TV subscribers get a handy 7-day FREE trial.

If you want to catch the F1 Chinese Grand Prix but are traveling outside North America, make sure to use NordVPN to access your usual services securely.

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How to watch the Chinese GP 2026 in the UK

In the UK, Sky Sports F1 will stream the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 from March 13-15.

Sky Sports packages start from £22 per month. Or you can use a more flexible streaming option, Now, (formerly Now TV). Now sports passes start at £14.99.

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How to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 in Australia

Aussie F1 fans can use Fox Sports via Kayo (free trial) for full HD coverage and multi-screen viewing options to stream the 2026 F1 Chinese Grand Prix.

Kayo offers two plans: Standard and Premium. The Standard plan starts at AU$29.99 per month (just AU$9.99 for your first month).

Moreover, Australia's 10Play streaming platform will be showing the full highlights of all the weekend events for completely free.

Traveling outside Oz? Australian F1 fans can still watch the F1 2026 season on their usual stream by using NordVPN.

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How to watch the Chinese Grand Prix 2026 in Canada

Canadian F1 fans can watch the F1 2026 season, including the Chinese Grand Prix, on TSN.

If you’ve ditched the cord, you’ll want to check out TSN Plus, which costs $8/month or $80/year. The TSN app will allow you to live stream F1 practices, qualifying and the race from your phone, streaming box or supported device.

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