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How to watch F1 by country

Formula 1 rights change country by country and season by season. GP Race Day publishes session times in your timezone; pairing that with a local broadcaster or official stream is the reliable way to watch live.

6 min read · Updated for 2026 regulations

This guide is written in English. UI navigation is translated; article text is not yet localised.

Always verify locally

Deals expire and platforms shift. Before paying for a subscription, check the official Formula 1 broadcast page for your region and your provider's sports package for the current year.

Common broadcast homes (check current season)

United States: ESPN and ESPN+ have carried live races in recent years with ABC for selected events.

United Kingdom: Sky Sports F1 holds live rights with Channel 4 free-to-air highlights.

Many European markets use F1 TV Pro where available; some territories remain TV-exclusive.

Turkey, Germany, Spain and others rotate between pay-TV and streaming — local sports news is the best guide.

Using GP Race Day on race day

Use our timetable for session start times in your timezone, race hubs for live timing context, and standings pages between sessions. We do not host live video — rights holders do.

Frequently asked questions

Is F1 TV available everywhere?
No. F1 TV Pro availability is country-specific due to exclusive TV deals. The official site lists where streaming is offered.

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