What time is the F1 Spanish Grand Prix 2026? Start time and TV schedule
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The Madring in Madrid makes its Formula One debut this weekend in the first Spanish Grand Prix at the new circuit.
The race has swapped Barcelona-Catalunya for the capital this year and drivers are expecting a tough test from F1's newest track.
It's been described as "probably a car-killer" by Red Bull's Max Verstappen, "crazy" by Mercedes' George Russell, and "very challenging" by Alpine's Pierre Gasly.
A thrilling race weekend awaits, which will excite fans after the drama of Kimi Antonelli's historic win at Monza a week ago.
Can the Italian move one step closer to a world title win? Or will the Madring allow his rivals to cut the gap at the top? We'll find out on Sunday.
Radio Times brings you a full round-up of how to watch the Spanish Grand Prix 2026 on TV and live stream.
The Spanish Grand Prix takes place on Sunday 13 September 2026.
The race begins at 2pm UK time.
All UK times and dates.
Friday 11 September
Live on Sky Sports F1 from 12pm
- Practice 1 – 12:30pm
- Practice 2 – 4pm
Saturday 12 September
Live on Sky Sports F1 from 11am
- Practice 3– 11:30m
- Qualifying – 3pm
Sunday 13 September
Live on Sky Sports F1 from 12:30pm
- Race – 2pm
How to watch the Spanish Grand Prix on TV and live stream
The Spanish Grand Prix will air live on Sky Sports F1 from 2pm this Sunday.
All races will be shown live on Sky Sports F1 and Main Event throughout the season.
You can add Sky Sports channels from just £20 per month.
Existing Sky Sports customers can live stream the race via the Sky Go app on a variety of devices.
You can watch the Grand Prix with a NOW Day Membership for £14.99, or a Monthly Membership for £34.99, all without signing up to a contract.
NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. NOW is also available via BT Sport.
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