What time does the F1® Italian Grand Prix 2026 start for Australians?

The season continues this week with the Formula 1® Italian Grand Prix 2026. We've compiled everything you need to know, including the start times and race information.

When is the Italian Grand Prix?

Round 13 of the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season occurs on Sunday, 6 September. Practice begins locally on Friday, 4 September, with Practice 1 and Practice 2, followed by Practice 3 and Qualifying on Saturday, 5 September.

What time does the Italian Grand Prix start?

The Formula 1® Italian Grand Prix 2026 starts at 3:00 pm local time on Sunday, 6 September, which is 11:00 pm AEST.

Formula 1® Italian Grand Prix 2026 Session Timetable
Date Session and Time
Fri04Sept

Practice 1

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Sat05Sept

Practice 2

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Sat05Sept

Practice 3

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Sun06Sept

Qualifying

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Sun06Sept

Italian Grand Prix (53 Laps)

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Circuit: Autodromo Nazionale Monza (CEST / UTC+2)

Where is the Italian Grand Prix held, and how many laps is it?

The race occurs at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, located in Italy.

  • Formula 1®: 53 laps (306.72 km)
  • Formula 2™: 30 laps (173.79 km)
  • Formula 3™: 22 laps (127.446 km)

What TV channel is the Italian Grand Prix on in Australia?

All live F1® television coverage in Australia is broadcast on Fox Sports, available via Foxtel. Live and on-demand 4K streaming is also available for compatible devices through Kayo Sports.