The 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix marks the seventh race of the Formula 1 season, with Kimi Antonelli leading the championship. Here’s the schedule for the race weekend and details on how to watch the action live.
As the seventh race of the 2026 Formula 1 season rolls into the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, fans worldwide are gearing up for another exciting weekend of racing. Kimi Antonelli, fresh off his fifth consecutive victory in Monaco, leads the championship by 66 points, leaving rivals scrambling to catch up.
The action kicks off on Friday, June 12, with Free Practice 1 at 13:30 local time, followed by Free Practice 2 at 17:00. Saturday sees the final practice session at 12:30, before drivers battle for pole position in Qualifying at 16:00. The Grand Prix itself revs up at 15:00 on Sunday, June 14.
Fans can tune into the race via F1 TV Pro, which broadcasts every session live and offers unique features like onboard cameras and pre- and post-race shows. It’s available on platforms like Apple TV, Chromecast, and Roku, with commentary in six languages and no ad breaks. For those seeking an enhanced viewing experience, F1 TV Premium provides 4K Ultra HD coverage and a Multiview feature, allowing fans to watch multiple feeds on select devices.
Live timing updates are also available on F1.com and the F1 app throughout the weekend, ensuring fans don’t miss a moment.
This year, the race takes place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, a staple on the F1 calendar since 1991. Known for its history and as a pre-season testing favorite, the circuit has hosted many memorable moments, including its inaugural race won by Nigel Mansell after a thrilling duel with Ayrton Senna.
In terms of weather, sunny skies and temperatures peaking at 27 degrees Celsius are expected over the weekend, with no rain forecasted.
For those interested in junior categories, F2 and F3 will also provide plenty of entertainment. F2 sessions start with Free Practice at 11:05 on Friday, followed by Qualifying at 15:55. The Sprint Race is scheduled for 14:15 on Saturday, with the Feature Race on Sunday at 11:25. F3 kicks off with Free Practice at 09:55 on Friday, Qualifying at 15:00, Saturday's Sprint at 10:05, and the Feature Race on Sunday at 08:40.
As the F1 circus arrives in Spain, all eyes will be on Antonelli to see if he can continue his winning streak, or if his competitors will finally manage to topple him from the top step of the podium.