2026 US Grand Prix dates set

The 2026 United States Grand Prix in Formula 1 is scheduled for October 23 to October 25, 2026, at the Austin circuit. This will be the 18th of 23 races in the 2026 Formula 1 season, following Max Verstappen's recent win at the Singapore Grand Prix.

Television schedule for practice sessions

On Friday, October 23, 2026, the first free practice session will air at 19:15 on Canal+ Sport, with the second free practice session at 22:45 on the same channel. These sessions allow drivers to test the track and adjust their car setups.

Saturday schedule includes qualifying rounds

On Saturday, October 24, the third free practice session will be shown at 19:15 on Canal+ Sport. The qualifying rounds will take place at 22:40 on Canal+ Sport and at 22:55 on Tipik, Belgium. Qualifying determines the starting grid for the race.

Sunday features race and special programming

On Sunday, October 25, the day will start with "The Grid" at 19:55 on Canal+ Sport 360. This is a pre-race show featuring interviews and analysis. The Singapore Grand Prix will be broadcast at 20:55 on both Canal+ Sport 360 and Tipik, Belgium, with a post-race magazine show following at 22:55 on Canal+ Sport 360.