How to Watch F1 2026 Live — Every Channel, App & How to Cast to Your TV
Formula 1 is one of the few sports that genuinely demands a big screen. The roar of a cold engine on a Saturday morning qualifying lap, the chaos of a wet race start, a last-lap overtake for the championship — none of it lands the same way on a phone screen. This guide covers every legitimate way to watch F1 in 2026, from the cheapest free options to the full premium setup, and how to cast any stream to your TV using 1001 TVs.
What Changed for F1 in 2026
The 2026 season is the most significant reset F1 has seen in years — on the track and on your TV.
Broadcasting: ESPN’s deal ended after 2025. Apple TV stepped in with an exclusive five-year agreement through 2032, making it the only place to watch live F1 in the United States. Internationally, most existing deals continue as before.
The cars: New hybrid power unit regulations mean roughly 50% of total power now comes from the ERS system, up from around 20% previously. Active aerodynamics return for the first time since the early 1980s. Every team is starting from a very different place, making the opening rounds genuinely unpredictable.
The calendar: 24 rounds across nine months, from Melbourne on March 6 to Abu Dhabi on December 6 — the longest F1 season ever. Check the official Formula 1 website for the latest driver and team lineups.
⭐ Cast F1 to Any Screen with 1001 TVs
Here’s a scenario every F1 fan knows: the race is live on your phone or laptop, but you want to watch it on the big screen. 1001 TVs is built exactly for this — it’s a screen-casting and mirroring app that wirelessly sends your stream from any device to any TV. No cables, no complex setup.
What you can do:
- Cast from iPhone, iPad, or Android to your smart TV
- Cast from Mac or Windows laptop to a TV
- Mirror between devices during a watch party
How to set up — 3 steps:
Step 1 — Download 1001 TVs on your iPhone, Android, Mac, or Windows PC. Setup takes about two minutes.
Step 2 — Connect to the same Wi-Fi — your phone (or laptop) and your TV both need to be on the same network. 1001 TVs automatically detects every compatible screen.
Step 3 — Open your F1 app and cast — launch Apple TV, Kayo, Sky Go, or F1 TV, start the session, then tap cast in 1001 TVs. The feed appears on the big screen within seconds.
🇺🇸 USA — Apple TV (Exclusive Broadcaster)
ئالما تېلېۋىزورى is the پەقەت place to watch live F1 in the United States in 2026. If you had ESPN or ESPN+ for F1, that no longer applies. The app works on virtually every device — iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android, Windows, PlayStation, Xbox, smart TVs, and the web — so you don’t need any Apple hardware to subscribe.
A significant bonus: F1 TV Premium is included free with Apple TV. Link your accounts at f1tv.formula1.com to unlock all 20 driver onboard cameras, live timing, and the full F1 archive.
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Apple TV app | Available on all major devices and platforms |
| Price | $12.99/month or $99/year (~50% savings) |
| Free trial | 7 days free for new subscribers |
| New Apple device | Up to 3 months free with eligible purchase |
| T-Mobile perk | Eligible subscribers pay just $3/month |
| Bundle | Apple TV + Peacock Premium for $14.99/month |
| F1 TV Premium | Included free — link at f1tv.formula1.com |
| Free races | Select races free throughout the season (TBC) |
| Canadian GP | May 22–24 simulcast on Apple TV and Netflix |
✅ Best device: بۇ Apple TV 4K box supports Multiview (4 streams simultaneously), 4K HDR, and the F1 podium tracker. For everything else, use 1001 TVs to cast to your TV.
🇬🇧 UK — Sky Sports F1 & Channel 4
The UK keeps its established setup: premium coverage on Sky Sports, with a solid free option on Channel 4.
Sky Sports F1 covers every session of every race weekend live — all practice sessions, qualifying, sprints, and the Grand Prix — with up to 4K HDR on compatible screens. NOW is Sky’s no-contract alternative, with a day pass for one-off weekends or a monthly pass if you’re watching most of the season. Channel 4 airs extended highlights after every race and broadcasts the British Grand Prix live for free.
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Sky Sports F1 | Every session live, up to 4K HDR |
| Price | From £22/month; £35/month with Netflix |
| Sky Go app | Stream on mobile/tablet, included with Sky |
| NOW Day Pass | £14.99/day — no contract |
| NOW Monthly | £34.99/month — no contract |
| Channel 4 | Free: 2.5-hour highlights after every race; British GP live |
🇨🇦 Canada — TSN / RDS / CTV
TSN carries every session live in English, with RDS providing full French-language coverage. Cord-cutters can use TSN+ at $8/month or $80/year — one of the more affordable standalone sports streaming options in Canada. F1 TV Pro is also available as a direct alternative for fans who want onboard cameras and archive access. CTV airs the Canadian Grand Prix free.
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| TSN | All sessions live — English |
| RDS | Full French-language coverage |
| TSN+ | $8/month or $80/year |
| F1 TV Pro | Direct alternative with onboard cameras |
| CTV | Canadian Grand Prix (May 22–24) — free |
🇦🇺 Australia — Fox Sports / Kayo / Network 10
Kayo Sports is the most flexible option — every session live, clean app, works on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Chromecast, and Samsung smart TVs. The $1 first-month offer makes it easy to try. Add Kayo Premium for 4K HDR. European races typically start between 11pm–1am AEST, so casting Kayo from your phone to the TV via 1001 TVs while watching from bed is practically a necessity. Network 10 airs the Australian Grand Prix free.
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Fox Sports / Foxtel | Every Grand Prix live |
| Kayo Sports | From $30/month; 7-day free trial or $1 first month |
| Kayo Premium | +$16/month for 4K HDR |
| 10 Play / Network 10 | Australian Grand Prix — free |
🇮🇳 India — FanCode
FanCode holds exclusive F1 streaming rights in India. Plans start from ₹49 per race or ₹199/month — one of the most affordable F1 access points globally. Available on iOS, Android, smart TVs, and web. Cast to any TV via 1001 TVs if FanCode isn’t natively on your smart TV.
🌍 Global Broadcasters
| Territory | Broadcaster |
|---|---|
| 🇩🇪 Germany | Sky Deutschland |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | Sky Italia |
| 🇫🇷 France | Canal + |
| 🇪🇸 Spain | DAZN |
| 🇯🇵 Japan | Fuji TV |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | TV Globo / Globoplay (15 races free) |
| 🇦🇹 Austria | ServusTV + ORF — every race free |
| 🇳🇱 Netherlands | Viaplay |
| 🇰🇷 South Korea | Coupang Play / DAZN |
| 🌏 Southeast Asia | beIN SPORTS |
| 🌎 Latin America & Caribbean | ESPN (18 countries) |
| 🇨🇳 China | Shanghai TV / Tencent Video / Guangdong TV |
| 🌍 Middle East & North Africa | beIN SPORTS |
Full list at the F1 broadcast information page.
F1 TV Pro — The Official Streaming App
F1 TV Pro is Formula 1’s own platform and goes far beyond a standard broadcast. The headline feature is all 20 driver onboard cameras, switchable live at any point during a session — combined with live pit lane radio. Beyond live racing, it includes the complete archive from 1981 onwards, full session replays, live timing, Tech Talks, and documentaries.
Available on web, iOS, Android, Google TV, Apple TV, Roku, and Amazon Fire TV.
⚠️ U.S. fans: F1 TV is no longer sold separately in the U.S. — it’s included free with Apple TV. Link accounts at f1tv.formula1.com to activate.
Watching F1 Abroad — VPN Method
If your home subscription is paid up but geo-restrictions are blocking the app while you travel, a VPN fixes this by routing your connection through a server in your home country.
NordVPN ۋە ExpressVPN are the most reliable options for streaming. Install before you travel to avoid any app store region issues.
Step 1 — Install NordVPN ياكى ExpressVPN on your phone or laptop.
Step 2 — Connect to a server in your home country.
Step 3 — Open your usual F1 app. Then cast to the hotel TV with 1001 TVs.
⚠️ VPN usage is subject to each platform’s terms of service. Verify before use.
2026 F1 Race Calendar — Key Dates
24 races, March 6 – December 6. Full schedule at the official F1 calendar.
| Date | Race |
|---|---|
| Mar 6–8 | 🇦🇺 Australian GP — Melbourne |
| Mar 27–29 | 🇯🇵 Japanese GP — Suzuka |
| May 1–3 | 🇺🇸 Miami GP |
| May 22–24 | 🇨🇦 Canadian GP — Montreal |
| Jun 5–7 | 🇲🇨 Monaco GP |
| Jul 4–6 | 🇬🇧 British GP — Silverstone |
| Jul 25–27 | 🇧🇪 Belgian GP — Spa |
| Aug 28–30 | 🇮🇹 Italian GP — Monza |
| Oct 18–20 | 🇺🇸 US GP — Austin |
| Nov 22–24 | 🇸🇬 Singapore GP |
| Dec 4–6 | 🇦🇪 Abu Dhabi GP — season finale |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I watch F1 2026 for free?
Yes. Austria airs every race free on ServusTV ۋە ORF. Brazil has 15 free races on TV Globo. The UK gets highlights and the British GP free on Channel 4. Canada gets the Canadian GP free on CTV. The U.S. will have select free races on ئالما تېلېۋىزورى (specific races TBC).
How do I cast F1 to my TV from my phone?
چۈشۈرۈش 1001 TVs, connect your phone and TV to the same Wi-Fi, open your F1 app, and tap cast. Done in under a minute.
Is ESPN still showing F1 in 2026?
Not in the U.S. — ئالما تېلېۋىزورى is now the exclusive U.S. broadcaster through 2032. ESPN still carries F1 in Latin America and the Caribbean.
What devices does 1001 TVs support?
iPhone, iPad, Android, Mac, and Windows PC. Casts to smart TVs, Roku, Fire TV, Chromecast, and Apple TV boxes — any device on the same Wi-Fi network is detected automatically.
Do I still need F1 TV Pro?
U.S. fans get it free with Apple TV — link accounts at f1tv.formula1.com. Everyone else can subscribe directly for access to onboard cameras, live timing, and the full archive.
Is F1 2026 on Netflix?
Only the Canadian GP (May 22–24) is simulcast on Netflix in the U.S. Netflix holds no other live race rights.
How much is Kayo for F1 in Australia?
From $30/month after a free trial, or $1 for the first month. Add $16/month for 4K HDR. Cast to any TV with 1001 TVs.