The 2026 F1 season arrives at Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian GP, one of the most spectacular and unpredictable weekends on the Formula 1 calendar.
Ferrari and Charles Leclerc arrive in the ascendancy with their victory at the British GP, as Lewis Hamilton and George Russell close in on Kimi Antonelli at the summit of the Formula 1 standings, after the Italian’s reliability woes at Silverstone.
Russell is now just 25 points behind his 19-year-old colleague and could potentially wipe out the deficit on Sunday, July 19 in the Ardennes Forest with a strong performance, so will there be another dramatic battle between the two Mercedes cars?
Fans will remember the 2014 Belgian GP, when Nico Rosberg and Hamilton collided at Les Combes as their rivalry began to explode. Hamilton was forced to DNF whilst Rosberg recovered to second to extend his championship lead.
And more recently in 2024, the sport witnessed another duel between the Silver Arrows as an ambitious Russell looked to have made a one-stop work to beat Hamilton, despite the latter dominating the race – at least until he was disqualified.
Can Red Bull use their strong internal combustion engine to put Max Verstappen in play at one of his two home Grands Prix, where the four-time champion will be backed by the passionate Orange Army in the stands?
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Free Practice 1 takes place on Friday, July 17 and is later followed by FP2 that same day, whilst Saturday opens with FP3, before qualifying takes place on July 18. Finally, on Sunday, July 19, the Belgian GP begins at 15:00 local time.
Where to Watch the Belgian GP at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps LIVE?
The modern Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is far smaller than in the past, but it still measures 7.004 km (4.352 miles) and features 19 corners, making it the longest venue on the calendar.
It is renowned for its dramatic elevation changes, sweeping high-speed sections and unpredictable weather, and one of its most famous, and equally infamous, sequences is Eau Rouge and Raidillon.
There, drivers plunge downhill before climbing steeply uphill through a flat-out blind corner, and Total-Motorsport.com tells you exactly where to watch all of the action live at the 2026 Belgian GP with the live stream and TV channel options.
- UK: Sky Sports F1, Channel 4 (highlights)
- USA: Apple TV
- Australia: Fox Sports, Kayo
- Canada: TSN and RDS
- New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ
- Streaming: F1 TV Pro (selected regions)
Live Stream options for the 2026 Belgian GP
If you prefer to watch online, most official broadcasters offer dedicated streaming platforms covering every session live, including onboard cameras, team radio and live timing where available.
Typical options include:
- Apple TV (USA)
- Kayo Sports (Australia)
- 10 Play (Australia free stream, where applicable)
- Sky Go / NOW (UK)
- TSN streaming platforms (Canada)
Formula 1’s own streaming service, F1 TV Pro, is also available in selected regions and provides comprehensive live coverage throughout the entire Belgian GP weekend.
Can you watch the 2026 Belgian GP for free?
Yes, but free access depends heavily on where you reside as in many territories, live coverage is usually limited to subscription television or official streaming services.
Where live coverage is not available for free, fans may still be able to watch highlights or delayed broadcasts without a paid subscription, for example, via YouTube.
As always, viewers should use official broadcasters and avoid unofficial streams, which are often unreliable, unsafe and illegal.
Belgian GP 2026 – TV Channels by Country
United Kingdom and Ireland
Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch every session of the Belgian GP live on Sky Sports F1 across the weekend, whilst coverage is also available via Sky Go and NOW.
Channel 4 will broadcast highlights of the weekend’s key sessions. With a 14:00 BST race start, Spa remains one of the most accessible European races of the season for British viewers.
United States
In the United States, Apple TV holds exclusive broadcast rights for Formula 1 in 2026, acquiring them from ESPN.
Fans can stream every session live through the Apple TV app, including all three practice sessions, Qualifying and Sunday’s race. The Belgian GP starts at 09:00 ET/06:00 PT.
Australia
Australian viewers can watch the Belgian GP live on Fox Sports and Foxtel, with streaming available through Kayo Sports.
The race takes place at 23:00 AEST on Sunday, making it one of the more convenient European races for Australian fans.
Canada
TSN provides English-language coverage throughout the Belgian GP weekend, while RDS broadcasts in French.
With a 09:00 ET/06:00 PT race start, Canadian fans can enjoy another Sunday morning Formula 1 event live from Spa.
New Zealand
Sky Sport NZ will broadcast every session of the Belgian GP weekend live, including all three practice sessions, Qualifying and Sunday’s Belgian GP.
The race takes place at 01:00 NZST on Monday morning due to the time difference between Belgium and New Zealand.
Other Countries
Broadcast rights vary across Europe, Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Middle East. Fans should check their local Formula 1 broadcaster or official F1 TV listings to confirm coverage in their region.
Total-Motorsport.com will also provide live updates, analysis and comprehensive coverage throughout the weekend.
Belgian GP 2026: Where to Watch on Mobile, Smart TV or Tablet
Most official Formula 1 broadcasters support multi-device viewing, allowing fans to follow every session of the Belgian GP across a wide range of platforms. Whether you’re watching at home or on the move, it’s easy to switch between devices throughout the weekend.
You can typically watch using:
- Smartphones and tablets
- Smart TVs
- Streaming devices (such as Chromecast, Apple TV, Fire TV, or similar)
- Web browsers on laptops and desktop computers
Before the weekend begins, ensure your chosen broadcaster’s app is updated, your login details are correct and your subscription remains active.
With Spa’s challenging layout and famously unpredictable weather, every session can prove crucial, making it well worth tuning in from FP1 on Friday through to Sunday’s Belgian GP.
Many broadcasters also offer additional features including live timing, onboard cameras, driver trackers and multi-stream viewing, depending on your region and subscription package.
Where to Watch 2026 Belgian GP – FAQs
The Belgian GP starts at 15:00 CEST (local time) on Sunday, July 19 at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps.
For fans in Australia and New Zealand, the race starts at 23:00 AEST on Sunday and 01:00 NZST on Monday, July 20.
Qualifying takes place on Saturday, July 18 at 16:00 CEST and is often one of the highlights of the weekend. With Spa-Francorchamps’ long straights, fast corners and unpredictable weather, grid position can prove crucial for Sunday’s race
In the UK, live coverage of the Belgian GP is shown exclusively on Sky Sports F1, with streaming available through Sky Go and NOW. Free-to-air highlights are also available on Channel 4. Lights out on Sunday is from 14:00 BST.
In the United States, Formula 1 is broadcast exclusively via Apple TV, which holds the TV and streaming rights. Lights out for the Belgian GP on July 19 is 09:00 ET/06:00 PT.
Australian fans can watch the full weekend live on Fox Sports, with streaming via Kayo Sports. In New Zealand, coverage is provided by Sky Sport NZ. Lights out for the Belgian GP is at 23:00 AEST on July 19, and 01:00 NZDT on July 20.
Yes. Most broadcasters support viewing on smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, streaming devices and web browsers through their official apps.
