Where to Watch F1 this 2026
In 2026, global streaming partnerships feature leading platforms such as Apple TV+, ESPN, Sky Sports, and DAZN, delivering high-quality sports coverage worldwide, here we have structure.
Fans around the world now rely on specific regional rights holders, from tech giants to traditional sports networks, each with exclusive contracts securing access to live races, qualifying, practice sessions, and associated content.
North America
United States
The U.S. broadcasting rights have moved from ESPN to Apple as part of a new five-year exclusive partnership.
Apple TV: This is now the primary home for F1. Subscribing to Apple TV ($12.99/mo) gives you access to every Practice, Qualifying, Sprint, and Grand Prix.
Bonus: F1 TV Premium is now integrated directly into the Apple TV app and is provided for free to Apple TV subscribers.
Netflix: While not a full-season broadcaster, Netflix will simulcast the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix live (May 22–24) to U.S. subscribers for the first time ever.
F1 TV Pro: Remains available, but as of 2026, it is primarily bundled through the Apple TV ecosystem for U.S. users.
Canada
The rights in Canada remain stable, primarily held by Bell Media.
TSN+ / RDS: The official streaming platforms for Bell Media. You can stream every session live with a subscription to these services.
F1 TV Pro: Fully available in Canada as a standalone subscription. It offers the "Pit Lane Channel," onboard cameras, and team radio.
Mexico
For the 2026 season in Mexico, the broadcasting rights have officially shifted from Fox Sports to Grupo Televisa (Sky Sports).
Mexico is specifically excluded from the broader Disney+/ESPN Latin American deal, so you must use the local providers listed below.
Latin America
Primary Platform: Disney+ (Premium)
Disney/ESPN extended their exclusive rights for these 18 countries through 2028.
Every session (Practice, Qualifying, Sprint, and Race) is streamed live on Disney+ under the ESPN hub.
F1 TV Pro: Still available as a standalone subscription in these countries for fans who want telemetry and onboard cameras.
Special Note for Argentina: Races are also available via Fox Sports (owned by Mediapro) due to a local content agreement.
Special Note for Chile: Live coverage is also on ESPN Premium.
Middle East, North Africa & Türkiye
The exclusive official broadcast rights for Formula 1 across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) — including United Arab Emirates — are held by beIN Media Group. That means all live coverage of F1 sessions (practice, qualifying, Sprint races, and Grands Prix) is legally available through their platforms.
TOD App (Turkish Online Digital) – beIN’s streaming platform in the MENA region where you can live stream every session of the 2026 F1 season with Arabic, English, or other language options (depending on settings).
beIN SPORTS Channels – If you have pay TV in the UAE with beIN included, you can also watch races on their dedicated sports channels.
Contract Length
This exclusive rights deal runs through the 2033 season, so you can expect beIN/TOD to be the main legal source for watching F1 in Dubai for several years.
India & South Asia
For the 2026 F1 season in India FanCode is the exclusive broadcaster, having renewed its partnership with Formula 1 through the 2028 season. You can stream all practice sessions, qualifying, and Grands Prix live on the FanCode app and website, with options for race-by-race passes or a full season pass.
India
Europe
1. United Kingdom & Ireland
Official Platform: Sky Sports F1 (via the Sky Go app).
Alternative: NOW TV (Sky’s contract-free streaming service).
Free Option: Channel 4 (Streams highlights of every race and the British GP live for free).
Note: F1 TV Pro is NOT available in the UK due to Sky's exclusivity until 2029.
