F1 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa: Start Time, How to Watch and Full Schedule
As the 2026 Formula 1 season hits its stride, the paddock prepares to descend on the legendary Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix. This iconic, high-speed track remains one of the ultimate tests for the new generation of 2026-regulation cars, serving as the penultimate event before the sport heads into its traditional summer break.
The 2026 Season So Far
The 2026 campaign has been a season of intense competition and dramatic shifts in performance. Following the opening rounds in Australia and China, the grid has seen several drivers and teams vying for dominance. Young talent has been a major narrative this year, with standout performances from drivers like Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who has made a significant impact throughout the season, still leading the drivers championship. Although, his lead has been cut to 25 points over George Russell following the British Grand Prix.
The championship battle remains fluid, with teams constantly refining their designs under the new regulations. Heading into Spa, the focus is on which team can balance the high-speed requirements of the Ardennes forest with the cornering demands of the technical middle sector.
When is the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix?
The 2026 Belgian Grand Prix takes place from Friday, July 17 to Sunday, July 19, 2026. The main Grand Prix race is scheduled for Sunday afternoon, July 19.
What are the start times for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix?
| Session | UK Time (BST) | USA (EDT) |
|---|---|---|
| Practice 1 | Friday, 12:30 PM | Friday, 7:30 AM |
| Practice 2 | Friday, 4:00 PM | Friday, 11:00 AM |
| Practice 3 | Saturday, 11:30 AM | Saturday, 6:30 AM |
| Qualifying | Saturday, 3:00 PM | Saturday, 10:00 AM |
| Race | Sunday, 2:00 PM | Sunday, 9:00 AM |
How to watch the 2026 F1 Belgian Grand Prix
In the UK
- Live Coverage: Sky Sports F1 remains the exclusive broadcaster for all live practice, qualifying, and race sessions.
- Streaming: You can stream the action live via the NOW app with a Sports Membership, or through the Sky Go app for existing Sky subscribers.
- Highlights: Channel 4 will provide free-to-air highlights of the race.
In the USA
- Live Coverage: Viewers can watch the race live in the USA exclusively on Apple TV, which now holds the U.S. broadcasting rights. You can access every practice, qualifying session, and the race live by signing up for the dedicated F1 channel on the platform.
Previous 10 Belgian Grand Prix Winners
The Belgian Grand Prix has been dominated by some of the sport’s greatest names in recent years. Here are the winners from the last decade:
