- Chinese GP (March 13-15)
- Saturday Sprint Race: 3:00 a.m. GMT / 11:00 p.m. ET (Friday)
- Sunday race: 7am GMT / 3am ET
- Free stream: ORF (AUT)
- Stream securely with NordVPN (Free Amazon Gift Card)
Watch live streams of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix to see if the controversial “super clipping” turns out to be as problematic as experts think, especially given the long straights of the Shanghai International Circuit. But the circuit also has several intense braking zones, particularly in sector two, which could adapt to the new regulations and lead to exciting wheel-to-wheel battles.
As for Red Bull, Max Verstappen, speaking at the drivers’ press conference, admitted that it is still too early to know if they can close the gap to the leaders. Meanwhile, McLaren’s Andrea Stella noted that the team needed to do a better job of maximizing the raw power of its Mercedes powerplant.
There are also positives elsewhere, particularly the tight midfield battle involving Haas, Racing Bulls and Audi. Rookie Arvid Lindblad and Red Bull debutant Isack Hadjar are also hoping to continue their strong early season form.
Here’s how to watch the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix online from anywhere and potentially for FREE.
2026 Chinese Grand Prix Schedule
Practice 1: Friday March 13 | 3:30 a.m. GMT / 10:30 p.m. ET (Thurs.)
Sprint qualifications: Friday March 13 | 7:30 a.m. GMT / 2:30 a.m. ET
Sprint race: Saturday March 14 | 3:00 GMT / 10:00 p.m. ET (Friday)
Qualifications: Saturday March 14 | 7:00 a.m. GMT / 2:00 a.m. ET
Chinese Grand Prix: Sunday March 15 | 7:00 a.m. GMT / 2:00 a.m. ET
How to watch the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix for FREE
The 2026 Chinese Grand Prix is not available for free in all countries. However, in these selected destinations, lucky F1 fans can watch qualifying, the sprint and the entire race and highlights for FREE.
- Austria – ORF (free live stream)
- Belgium – RTBF Auvio (free live stream)
- Canada – Connected TV (free highlights)
- Luxembourg – RTL Zwee (free live stream)
- UNITED KINGDOM – Channel 4 (free highlights)
- Australia – 10Play (free highlights)
- WE – Apple TV (free trial) (free live stream of every workout)
Traveling abroad during the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix? You can use a VPN to watch all the action for free as if you were at home.
How to watch the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix from anywhere
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