begins Sunday’s Austrian grand prix from pole after a chaotic qualifying end on the Purple Bull Ring.
The Mercedes driver averted an investigation after finishing his quickest lap underneath yellow flags following  crash, whereas secured second forward of . Championship chief begins fourth after shedding his probability to enhance when the session was disrupted.
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With scorching, dry climate anticipated and the FIA’s Warmth Hazard nonetheless in impact, tyre life, cooling and driver administration may all play a task within the race – that’s if the sector manages to make it cleanly by means of an usually chaotic first lap in Spielberg.
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How can I watch the F1 Austrian GP?
In the US, Apple TV is broadcasting the complete Austrian GP weekend free for viewers within the US as a one-race promotion.
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Apple TV is the first broadcast associate for the 2026 season, with all classes obtainable on the platform following a multi-year deal. F1 TV stays the collection’ world subscription streaming service.
Broadcast protection of Formulation 1 varies by area. For viewers in the UK, Sky Sports activities continues because the championship’s unique broadcaster, displaying each session dwell all through the 2026 season. F1 protection will also be streamed through Sky Go or NOW, with highlights obtainable free-to-air on Channel 4.
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F1 Austrian GP Sunday schedule
Occasions native to Austria:
Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 3:00pm CEST
For UK viewers:
Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 2:00pm BST
For US Jap Time viewers:
Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 9:00am ET
F1 Austrian GP full weekend schedule
All instances native to Austria:
Friday, June 26 — free observe 1 — 1:30pm CEST Friday, June 26 — free observe 2 — 5:00pm CEST Saturday, June 27 — free observe 3 — 12:30pm CEST Saturday, June 27 — qualifying — 4:00pm CEST Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 3:00pm CEST
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Austrian GP Sunday climate forecastGeorge Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Sunday is predicted to remain scorching, sunny and dry on the Purple Bull Ring for the Austrian grand prix.
, cooling and tyre life will likely be key issues for groups throughout the race. The excessive temperatures may additionally make the grand prix extra bodily demanding for drivers, particularly in the event that they spend lengthy durations in visitors.
Rain isn’t anticipated to play a significant function, so the primary climate issue ought to be warmth somewhat than disruption.
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* Circuit: * Location: Austria* Occasion: Austrian GP* Circuit sort: everlasting street course* Friday classes: free observe 1 and free observe 2* Saturday classes: free observe 3 and grand prix qualifying* Race: Sunday, June 28* The Purple Bull Ring is a brief, quick Formulation 1 lap, with lengthy straights, heavy braking zones and a ultimate sector the place visitors and observe limits can shortly grow to be vital.
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2026 Formulation 1 driver and group rosterPhotos from Austrian GP – SaturdayGeorge Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing, Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing, Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing
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Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Workforce
Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Workforce
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
Alastair Staley / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Esteban Ocon, Haas F1 Workforce
Esteban Ocon, Haas F1 Workforce
Guido De Bortoli / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
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Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Steven Tee / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
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Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Workforce, Oscar Piastri, McLaren
Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Workforce, Oscar Piastri, McLaren
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Oliver Bearman, Haas
Oliver Bearman, Haas
Eric Le Galliot
Gabriel Bortoleto, Audi F1 Workforce
Gabriel Bortoleto, Audi F1 Workforce
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Carlos Sainz, Williams
Carlos Sainz, Williams
Eric Le Galliot
Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Eric Le Galliot
Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls
Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls
Eric Le Galliot
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Lando Norris, McLaren
Lando Norris, McLaren
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Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing, Flavio Briatore, Alpine
Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing, Flavio Briatore, Alpine
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Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls
Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls
Eric Le Galliot
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
Eric Le Galliot
Alexander Albon, Williams
Alexander Albon, Williams
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
Andy Hone/ LAT Photos through Getty Photos
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Peter Fox / Getty Photos
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing crash
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing crash
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Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Max Verstappen, Purple Bull Racing
Peter Fox / Getty Photos
Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Lando Norris, McLaren
Lando Norris, McLaren
Steven Tee / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Isack Hadjar, Purple Bull Racing
Isack Hadjar, Purple Bull Racing
Andy Hone/ LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Pierre Gasly, Alpine
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Eric Le Galliot
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Steven Tee / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Andy Hone/ LAT Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Sam Bagnall / Sutton Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Mark Sutton / Formulation 1 through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Alastair Staley / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Sam Bloxham / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Alastair Staley / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Sam Bloxham / LAT Photos through Getty Photos
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
Eric Le Galliot
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Andy Hone/ LAT Photos through Getty Photos
George Russell, Mercedes
George Russell, Mercedes
Eric Le Galliot
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, George Russell, Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, George Russell, Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
Eric Le Galliot
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