(Motorsport-Total.com) – The 2026 Formula 1 season marks a new era for the motorsport “king class” with new rules, new cars, new teams, and new drivers. From a German-speaking perspective, the Audi entry with Nico Hülkenberg is particularly exciting. But which broadcasters will cover it? We answer this question in this article for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
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Because in this overview you will find – as soon as available – all essential details about TV broadcasting and the most important live streams in the 2026 season. You will learn details about the schedule and the options to follow the Formula 1 action via television, live ticker, or live app.
In short: We answer all the crucial questions about Formula 1 on TV in the 2026 season! The most important information upfront:
Will the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix be shown on free TV?
Yes, but only in Austria (ServusTV) and Switzerland (SRF). In Germany, the race will be shown by Sky on pay TV.
Live broadcasts for the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix
Friday, June 26, 2026
1st Free Practice (1:30-2:30 PM)
1:15-3:00 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
1:15-3:00 PM: ServusTV
2nd Free Practice (5:00-6:00 PM)
4:45-6:30 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
4:30-6:05 PM: ServusTV
Saturday, June 27, 2026
3rd Free Practice (12:30-1:30 PM)
12:15-2:05 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
12:15-1:40 PM: ServusTV
Qualifying (from 4 PM)
3:30-5:30 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
3:40-5:30 PM: ServusTV
3:55-5:15 PM: SRF zwei
Top 3 Press Conference
5:30-6:00 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Pre-race coverage
1:30-2:55 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
Grand Prix (start at 3 PM)
2:45-4:50 PM: SRF zwei
2:50-4:40 PM: ServusTV
2:55-4:45 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
Analysis
4:45-5:30 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
4:40-6:00 PM: ServusTV
Top 3 Press Conference
5:30-6:00 PM: Sky Sport F1 / WOW Live Sport
Highlights and replays for the 2026 Barcelona Grand Prix
Thursday, June 25, 2026
7:15-8:15 PM: Drivers’ press conference (Sky Sport F1)
Friday, June 26, 2026
6:30-7:30 PM: Team principals’ press conference (Sky Sport F1)
8:00-9:30 PM: Replay of 1st Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
9:30-11:00 PM: Replay of 2nd Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
Saturday, June 27, 2026
12:00-1:30 AM: Replay of 1st Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
1:30-3:00 AM: Replay of 2nd Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
7:00-8:30 AM: Replay of 1st Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
8:30-9:55 AM: Replay of 2nd Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
7:00-8:30 PM: Replay of Qualifying (Sky Sport F1)
9:30-11:00 PM: Replay of Qualifying (Sky Sport F1)
Sunday, June 28, 2026
1:00-1:15 AM: Qualifying highlights (Sky Sport F1)
2:15-2:30 AM: Qualifying highlights (Sky Sport F1)
3:30-5:00 AM: Replay of Qualifying (Sky Sport F1)
7:00-8:30 AM: Replay of Qualifying (Sky Sport F1)
8:00-10:00 PM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
11:00 PM-1:00 AM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
11:20 PM-1:20 AM: Replay of Grand Prix (ORF 1)
Monday, June 29, 2026
2:30-3:00 AM: Grand Prix highlights (Sky Sport F1)
4:00-6:00 AM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
6:00-7:30 AM: Replay of 1st Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
7:30-9:00 AM: Replay of 2nd Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
9:00-10:30 AM: Replay of 3rd Free Practice (Sky Sport F1)
10:30 AM-12:00 PM: Replay of Qualifying (Sky Sport F1)
12:00-2:00 PM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
5:00-7:00 PM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
7:00-7:15 PM: Qualifying highlights (Sky Sport F1)
7:15-7:30 PM: Grand Prix highlights (Sky Sport F1)
8:00-10:00 PM: Replay of Grand Prix (Sky Sport F1)
The TV situation of Formula 1 in Germany
Only Sky shows everything live
Pay-TV broadcaster Sky shows the entire 2026 Formula 1 season exclusively in Germany. As usual, all practices, qualifying, the sprint, and the Grand Prix are shown live with German commentary. This will continue beyond 2026: Sky’s Formula 1 contract runs through 2027.
Fans have two options with Sky to watch Formula 1 live: Those who subscribe to the Sky Sports package can watch Formula 1 (and other sports like MotoGP or IndyCar) traditionally on TV. Those who prefer streaming are well served by Sky’s WOW offering and can stream all Formula 1 content to their devices.
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The Formula 1 sessions on Sky are commented on by Sascha Roos. He is usually supported by former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher, who in 2025 was sometimes replaced by his ex-racing colleague Timo Glock. The host of the Sky broadcasts is Peter Hardenacke, and Sandra Baumgartner works as a reporter in the Formula 1 paddock gathering voices.
Will RTL show individual races on free TV again?
In 2025, RTL broadcast seven Grands Prix as well as various qualifying sessions and sprints on free TV with a sublicense from Sky. In 2026, RTL will broadcast five races. The season started with the Monaco Grand Prix. Following are: Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium), Zandvoort (Netherlands), Madrid (Spain), and Las Vegas (USA).
In the UK (July 4) and Singapore (October 10), the sprint race will be shown on free TV, while at the three events in Hungary (July 25), Italy (September 5), and Austin (October 24), at least the qualifying will be broadcast on RTL.
For all other race weekends, either qualifying or sprint will be offered on the streaming platform RTL+, but as a broadcast of the original stream from Sky Germany. All races will be shown as usual on the pay TV channel.
The RTL team recently consisted of long-time members: Heiko Wasser and ex-Formula 1 driver Christian Danner provided commentary, Kai Ebel and Alessa-Luisa Naujoks delivered additional voices as pit reporters. The hosting duties were shared by Florian König and Laura Papendick. Former Formula 1 team principal Günther Steiner also supported them as an expert.
The TV situation of Formula 1 in Austria
In Austria, ORF and ServusTV have shared the broadcasting of Formula 1 races equally since 2021. This will continue in the new contract period through 2026: ORF and ServusTV will each show half of the season’s races live in Austria, with ServusTV remaining the official licensee of Formula 1 and ORF participating via sublicense.
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The 2026 season starts – unlike 2025 – with ServusTV. Afterwards, the two Austrian broadcasters alternate, so ORF will broadcast the finale. There are two exceptions: ORF shows two consecutive race weekends with Monaco and Barcelona, and ServusTV does the same with Zandvoort and Monza.
ServusTV will show the following races live in 2026: Melbourne (Australia), Suzuka (Japan), Jeddah (Saudi Arabia), Montreal (Canada), Spielberg (Austria), Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium), Zandvoort (Netherlands), Monza (Italy), Baku (Azerbaijan), Austin (USA), Sao Paulo (Brazil), Lusail (Qatar)
ORF will show the following races live in 2026: Shanghai (China), Sakhir (Bahrain), Miami (USA), Monaco, Barcelona (Spain), Silverstone (UK), Budapest (Hungary), Madrid (Spain), Singapore, Mexico City (Mexico), Las Vegas (USA), Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates)
At ORF, Ernst Hausleitner and former Formula 1 driver Alexander Wurz will commentate as usual in 2026. At ServusTV, Andreas Gröbl provides commentary and Andrea Schlager hosts. The broadcaster can rely on experts like Philipp Eng, Christian Klien, Mathias Lauda, or Philipp Brändle.
The TV situation of Formula 1 in Switzerland
Swiss television usually broadcasts only qualifying and races live, and this will remain the case for 2026. This means Oliver Sittler comments together with former Formula 1 driver Marc Surer and former DTM driver Nico Müller.
Which live streams are offered for the 2026 Formula 1 season?
Many illegal live streams are offered on the internet. Here, however, we only refer to legal offers and subscriptions. One such legal offer is provided by Formula 1 itself with a subscription to the streaming service F1 TV Pro. With it, you can choose to listen to German or English commentary from Sky.
The F1 TV Pro subscription includes all Formula 1 sessions as well as the support series Formula 2, Formula 3, and Porsche Supercup, all live and on demand, plus an archive with historic Formula 1 Grands Prix.
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But beware: In Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, no new subscription to F1 TV Pro can be made due to other agreements. Only existing F1 TV Pro customers can still access the streaming service’s content.
With F1 TV Access for 26.99 euros per year, fans have access to replays and the archive, but not to live content of Formula 1 and its support series.
Legal live streams of all Formula 1 races on the internet are offered by ORF in its free TVthek. It is also available as an app, but naturally with geo-blocking for non-Austrian viewers. ServusTV also offers access to Formula 1 live streams via an app for mobile devices and SmartTV, also only for Austria. Via “WOW,” Formula 1 can be streamed in Germany on Sky. Details on reception and prices can be found here!
What if I have no access to TV or live streams?
If you have neither Sky, RTL, ORF, ServusTV, SRF nor a subscription to the F1 streaming service, then you are best off on our portal! We offer motorsport fans a comprehensive Formula 1 news live ticker from morning to evening during the Formula 1 season, in the style of a radio program. We report live during test sessions and on race weekends promptly on all activities on and off the track.
Additionally, there are Formula 1 session live tickers. These are also available in our mobile Formula 1 apps, ideal for the “second screen” on tablets or smartphones.
Furthermore, on race weekends, we offer Formula 1 live streams and videos in the evenings on the YouTube channel of Formel1.de, where editor-in-chief Christian Nimmervoll and host Kevin Scheuren usually analyze the day’s events and also respond to viewer questions.
Who are the drivers and teams in the 2026 Formula 1 season?
In the 2026 Formula 1 season, 22 drivers compete in eleven teams. New entries are Audi (formerly Sauber) and Cadillac. The field includes seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari), four-time world champion Max Verstappen (Red Bull), two-time world champion Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin), and current world champion Lando Norris (McLaren). (Overview: Drivers and teams 2026)
The Formula 1 drivers 2026
Nico Hülkenberg (Audi) remains the only German Formula 1 driver. Arvid Lindblad (Racing Bulls) is the only rookie newly added. Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez make their Formula 1 comeback as full-time drivers for Cadillac after each taking a year off.
What changes are there for the 2026 Formula 1 season?
Formula 1 introduces a new Technical Regulation for the season with (among other things) new rules for chassis and powertrain of the cars. You can find details about the technical changes here.
The 2026 Formula 1 calendar also shows some changes compared to the previous year: Imola loses its place, the city race in Madrid is new, and some Grands Prix have new dates.
Where can I find the results for the 2026 Formula 1 season?
Our portal provides you with all results, statistics, and overall standings for Formula 1 2026 under these links. Additionally, you can access individual results for each race weekend as soon as they are available.
Where can I find current statistics for the 2026 Formula 1 season?
Our Formula 1 database keeps you up to date with all essential statistics for the 2026 Formula 1 season and all Formula 1 seasons since 1950 with detailed information on drivers, teams, engine suppliers, circuits, and much more!
Which series race in the support program of Formula 1 in 2026?
In 2026, the usual series race in the support program of Formula 1, primarily the junior classes Formula 2 and Formula 3 as well as the Porsche Supercup. Since 2024, the women’s racing series F1 Academy is also part of Formula 1 Grands Prix.
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