The 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa-Francorchamps kicks off the Formula 1 action this weekend. Here's how to catch every moment and the schedule for the sessions.
As the 2026 Formula 1 season rolls into its tenth round, all eyes are on the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix. Kimi Antonelli, leading the championship standings, is looking to recover after a mechanical failure at Silverstone narrowed his lead over teammate George Russell to just 25 points.
The Belgian Grand Prix begins with Free Practice 1 at 1:30 PM local time on Friday, July 17, followed by Free Practice 2 at 5:00 PM. Saturday, July 18, sees the final practice at 12:30 PM before Qualifying at 4:00 PM. The main event, a 44-lap race, will have lights out at 3:00 PM on Sunday, July 19.
Fans can catch all sessions live through F1 TV Pro, available in select countries, offering exclusive features like onboard cameras and multi-language commentary. The service streams through Apple TV, Chromecast, and other platforms, providing an ad-free experience. Alternatively, F1 TV Premium offers 4K Ultra HD viewing and a Multiview feature across multiple devices.
Spa-Francorchamps is famous for its challenging layout and unpredictable weather, which could play a pivotal role this weekend. Though McLaren's Oscar Piastri mastered the wet conditions last year, the focus will be on Antonelli to fend off competition from Mercedes and Ferrari, with Lewis Hamilton known for his pole prowess at Spa.
The weekend's weather forecasts suggest a mix of warm temperatures and rain, adding an extra layer of strategy for teams and drivers who haven't yet faced wet conditions this season.
For those interested in the support categories, Formula 2 kicks off with practice at 11:05 AM on Friday, followed by qualifying at 4:00 PM. The F2 Sprint Race is set for 2:15 PM on Saturday, with the Feature Race at 10:00 AM on Sunday. Formula 3 action starts with practice at 9:55 AM on Friday, qualifying at 3:00 PM, a Sprint Race at 10:00 AM on Saturday, and the Feature Race at 8:30 AM on Sunday.
Whether you're tuning in for Formula 1, F2, or F3, the Belgian Grand Prix promises thrilling racing across all categories. Don't miss the chance to see who will master Spa's legendary corners and unpredictable weather conditions.