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

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

When is the Spanish Grand Prix?

Round 14 of the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season occurs on Sunday, 13 September. Practice begins locally on Friday, 11 September, with Practice 1 and Practice 2, followed by Practice 3 and Qualifying on Saturday, 12 September.

What time does the Spanish Grand Prix start?

The Formula 1® Spanish Grand Prix 2026 starts at 3:00 pm local time on Sunday, 13 September, which is 11:00 pm AEST.

Formula 1® Spanish Grand Prix 2026 Session Timetable
Date Session and Time
Fri11Sept

Practice 1

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Sat12Sept

Practice 2

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Sat12Sept

Practice 3

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Sun13Sept

Qualifying

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Sun13Sept

Spanish Grand Prix (57 Laps)

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Circuit: MADRING Circuit, Madrid (CEST / UTC+2)

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

The race occurs at the MADRING Circuit, located at IFEMA Madrid in Spain.

  • Formula 1®: 57 laps (308.524 km)
  • Formula 2™: 29 laps (157.064 km)
  • Formula 3™: 19 laps (102.904 km)

What TV channel is the Spanish 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.