The Formula 1 off-season feels shorter every year. Just 91 days after Lando Norris clinched the World Championship in Abu Dhabi, we’re ready to do it all over again at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix (6-8 March).
Australian Grand Prix 2026: Schedule & Streams
- Date: Sunday, 8 March
- Start Time US (ET): 11 p.m.
- Start Time UK (GMT): 4am
- Start Time Aus (AEDT): 3pm
- Free Stream: 10Play
- Watch from anywhere — NordVPN (100% risk free)
The F1 opener in Melbourne promises to deliver one of the most fascinating season starts in recent memory. Sweeping regulation changes have triggered one of the most dramatic grid shake-ups in years, catching several teams off guard — none more so than Aston Martin.
Early signs suggest that George Russell of Mercedes is the man to beat but his teammate, Kimi Antonelli will be eager to build on an impressive debut campaign. As ever, Max Verstappen remains a formidable contender thanks to his raw pace, while Norris sets his sights on back-to-back world titles.
Want to stay on top of all the action? Here’s how to watch the season-opening Australian Grand Prix from anywhere in the world.
Australian Grand Prix: Live Streams & TV Information
How to watch F1 Australian GP 2026 from anywhere
Away from home this week and blocked from watching the race on your usual streaming platform?
You can still watch your Australian GP live stream thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software makes your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. Ideal for F1 fans away on vacation or on business. NordVPN is one of the very best you can get for streaming:
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Can I watch the Australian Grand Prix 2026 for free?
Formula 1 fans in select countries can watch the 2026 Australian Grand Prix for free:
Australia:
10Play are streaming the Australian Grand Prix for free with English commentary.
Luxembourg:
RTL Zwee keeps you across the action in every single 2026 Formula 1 race.
Belgium:
RTBF provides FREE F1 live streams in Belgium.
Austria:
Servus TV is providing a FREE streaming service to catch all the action from Melbourne.
If you’re visiting the U.S., or U.K. or anywhere else from these countries right now you can still catch the Australian GP for free. Just use NordVPN and select a server in Australia, Austria, Belgium or Luxembourg and you’ll be good to go!
How to watch Australian Grand Prix 2026 in the U.S.
It’s all change in 2026 — not just for the cars, but for the American broadcaster of Formula 1.
Apple TV+ has taken the driver’s seat and will deliver full coverage of every race throughout the season, including the Australian Grand Prix. Subscriptions start at just $12.99 per month, giving fans comprehensive access to every Grand Prix.
Discover everything you need to know in our complete F1 Apple TV guide.
How to watch Australian Grand Prix 2026 in the U.K.
Sky Sports will be the exclusive broadcaster in the U.K. of the Australian Grand Prix 2026.
Prices start at £22/month and streaming is also available through NOW Sports (£14.99 for a day pass)
You can also watch highlights on Sunday evening for free on Channel 4.
How to watch Australian Grand Prix 2026 in Canada
The Australian Grand Prix will be broadcast on TSN in Canada.
TSN plans are available for as little as CA$8/month with it rising to CA$24.99/month for a more complete service.
What time is the Australian Grand Prix 2026 worldwide?
Lights out for the start of the 2026 Australian Grand Prix is set for 3 p.m. local time at the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit in Melbourne on March 8.
Here are the 2026 Australian Grand Prix start times in Europe, India, South Africa and other worldwide locations:
- 8 p.m. PT (Sat) — Pacific Time (UTC−8)
- 10 p.m. CT (Sat) — Central Time (UTC−6)
- 11 p.m. ET (Sat) — Eastern Time (UTC−5)
- 1 a.m. BRT — Rio de Janeiro (UTC−3)
- 4 a.m. GMT — United Kingdom (UTC+0)
- 5 a.m. CET — Central Europe (UTC+1)
- 6 a.m. SAST — South Africa (UTC+2)
- 8 a.m. GST — Dubai (UTC+4)
- 9:30 a.m. IST — New Delhi (UTC+5:30)
- 11 a.m. WIT — Jakarta (UTC+7)
- 12 p.m. CST — Beijing (UTC+8)
- 3 p.m. AEDT — Melbourne (UTC+11)
