As the 2026 Formula 1 season heads to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix (July 3-5), we clearly now have a very competitive race for the title on our hands. Can Kimi Antonelli keep the Brits at bay?
- Race Date: Today (Sun, July 5)
- Start Time U.S. (ET): 10 a.m.
- Start Time U.K. (BST): 3 p.m.
- Start Time Aus (AEST): 12 a.m. (Mon.)
- Watch from anywhere — NordVPN (100% risk free)
British drivers have won their home Grand Prix nine times in the last 12 editions of the race; a stat that will give reigning champion and last year's winner Lando Norris, last weekend's Austrian Grand Prix victor George Russell, and record-holding nine-time British G.P. winner Lewis Hamilton much heart.
And, after a great first few sessions for Hamilton at Silverstone this weekend, championship leader Antonelli has come to the ascendency. The Italian was already 40 points to the good before sweeping the Sprint race and then qualification. He's on pole alongside the other Ferrari of Charles Leclerc, with British pair Hamilton and Russell just behind and Norris down in sixth.
It's a hot one at Silverstone; these drivers will know they've been in a race by the end of today's 52 gruelling laps.
Want to stay on top of all the F1 action from Silverstone today? Here’s how to stream the 2026 British Grand Prix live and watch F1 2026 online from anywhere in the world — including for FREE thanks to Channel 4.
British Grand Prix: Live Streams & TV Information
Countries | Channels | Cost |
|---|---|---|
U.K. | FREE | |
U.S | $12.99/month (FREE trial) | |
Canada | CA$8/month | |
Australia | Fox Sports / Kayo Sports | AU$30/month (FREE trial) |
How to watch F1 British G.P. 2026 from anywhere
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Can I watch the British Grand Prix 2026 for free?
Formula 1 fans in select countries can watch the 2026 British Grand Prix for free:
United Kingdom:
Channel 4 is carrying every session of the 2026 British Grand Prix for free in the U.K. this weekend. All you need to do is sign up for a free account to watch online or through its mobile app.
Luxembourg:
RTL Zwee keeps you across the action in every single 2026 Formula 1 race.
Belgium:
RTBF provides FREE F1 live streams in Belgium.
Austria:
ORF is providing providing a FREE streaming service to catch all the action from Silverstone.
If you're visiting the U.S. or anywhere else from these countries right now you can still catch the British G.P. for free. Just use NordVPN and select a server in the U.K., Austria, Belgium or Luxembourg and you'll be good to go!
How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 in the U.S.
It’s all change in 2026 — not just for the cars, but for the American broadcaster of Formula 1.
Apple TV has taken the driver’s seat and will deliver full coverage of every race throughout the season, including the British Grand Prix. Subscriptions start at just $12.99/month, giving fans comprehensive access to every Grand Prix.
New subscribers get a 7-day FREE trial.
Discover everything you need to know in our complete F1 Apple TV guide.
How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 in the U.K.
The British G.P. is shown for free in the U.K. with all the live action from Friday through to Sunday going out on Channel 4.
That goes the same for whether you're watching on TV, or online through the station's website or mobile app.
Subscribers to Sky Sports and NOW sports memberships can also watch there.
How to watch British Grand Prix 2026 in Canada
The British Grand Prix will be broadcast on TSN in Canada.
TSN+ plans are available for as little as CA$8/month to watch all the F1 action online.
What time is the British Grand Prix 2026 worldwide?
Lights out for the start of the 2026 British Grand Prix is set for 3 p.m. local time at the Silverstone Circuit on Sunday, July 5.
Here are the 2026 British Grand Prix start times in Europe, India, South Africa and other worldwide locations:
- 7 a.m. PT — Pacific Time (UTC−7)
- 9 a.m. CT — Central Time (UTC−5)
- 10 a.m. ET — Eastern Time (UTC−4)
- 11 a.m. BRT — Rio de Janeiro (UTC−3)
- 3 p.m. BST — United Kingdom (UTC+1)
- 4 p.m. CET — Central Europe (UTC+2)
- 4 p.m. SAST — South Africa (UTC+2)
- 6 p.m. GST — Dubai (UTC+4)
- 7:30 p.m. IST — New Delhi (UTC+5:30)
- 9 p.m. WIB — Jakarta (UTC+7)
- 10 p.m. CST — Shanghai (UTC+8)
- 12 a.m. AEST — Melbourne (UTC+11) (Monday)
British Grand Prix 2026 starting grid
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes)
- Charles Leclerc (Ferrari)
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari)
- George Russell (Mercedes)
- Isack Hadjar (Red Bull)
- Lando Norris (McLaren)
- Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
- Arvid Lindblad (Racing Bulls)
- Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls)
- Gabriel Bortoleto (Audi)
- Pierre Gasly (Alpine)
- Nico Hulkenberg (Audi)
- Oliver Bearman (Haas)
- Carlos Sainz Jnr (Williams)
- Alexander Albon (Williams)
- Esteban Ocon (Haas)
- Valtteri Bottas (Cadillac)
- Franco Colapinto (Alpine)
- Sergio Perez (Cadillac)
- Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)
- Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)
