F1 Stream of Australian Grand Prix
Event details:
DATE: Mar 08 2026
TIME: 5:00am CET
TRACK: Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit
The 2026 Australian Grand Prix marks the start of an exciting new era in Formula 1, with major regulation changes introducing more electric power, recharge modes, and fresh team dynamics shaking up the grid. As the season-opener at the iconic Albert Park circuit in Melbourne from March 6-8, all eyes are on whether Mercedes can carry their testing momentum into a title challenge, or if Ferrari with Lewis Hamilton joining Charles Leclerc can finally end their drought, alongside strong contenders from McLaren (Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri) and Red Bull (Max Verstappen).
The conditions should be dry and warm in Melbourne, with temperatures around 26°C and little to no rain risk, unlike the chaotic weather of 2025.
How to Watch the Australian Grand Prix Live
Catch every moment of the action, from practice through to the chequered flag, with these viewing options:
- westreamf1.com – Best choice forfree online streaming. This site delivers high quality, free live streams of the full Australian Grand Prix weekend, covering all practice sessions, qualifying, and the race itself. Website is similar to Totalsportek, f1livegp, sportsurge or Streameast, with reliable servers, low buffering, and easy global access, it’s perfect for fans without cable or subscriptions.
Sky Sports (UK and Ireland)
Sky Sports holds exclusive live rights to all 2026 F1 sessions. Watch on Sky Sports F1, with Australian sessions also simulcast on Sky Sports Main Event. Subscribers can stream via the Sky Sports app (including onboard driver cameras) or watch on TV. For the race weekend:
- Download or open the Sky Sports app.
- Head to the ‘Watch’ section ahead of sessions.
- Select Sky Sports F1 or Main Event and sign in with your Sky iD.
United States
Exclusive live coverage streams on Apple TV via a dedicated F1 channel (subscription required). All sessions are available, with extras like onboard views, team radios, and telemetry through integrated F1 TV Premium features for Apple TV subscribers.
Australia (Home Race)
Live in 4K on Fox Sports via Foxtel or Kayo Sports. Free-to-air options include live coverage of the Australian GP on Channel 10, 10 Play, and 10 BOLD, plus highlights on 10 Play for other sessions.
Rest of the World
- F1TV Pro streams every session live (where not geo-restricted), with onboard cameras, live timing, and team audio-check formula1.com for availability in your country.
- Other broadcasters: ServusTV/ORF (Austria), Canal+ (France), and more-see the official F1 broadcast list for your region.
Free highlights are available post-race on Channel 4 (UK), 10 Play (Australia), and via Sky Sports app.
Full Weekend Schedule (All Times GMT/UK)
Friday, March 6
- Practice One: 1:30am – 2:30am
- Practice Two: 5:00am – 6:00am
Saturday, March 7
- Practice Three: 1:30am – 2:30am
- Qualifying: 5:00am – 6:00am
Sunday, March 8
- Race: 4:00am (58 laps)
Build-up starts earlier on Sky Sports, with reaction shows like Chequered Flag and Ted’s Notebook following the race.
