F1 has been a UK Sports exclusive in the UK since 2019, and the May 2026 extension, valued at about £1 billion, keeps it there for another decade.
Who shows what?
| Broadcaster | Until | |
|---|---|---|
| Every session live | UK Sports F1 | End of 2034 |
| British Grand Prix live | Free to air (Channel 4 to 2026) | Kept free under the Sky deal |
| Highlights of every weekend | Free to air (Channel 4 to 2026) | Kept free under the Sky deal |
| F2, F3, F1 Academy, Porsche Supercup | UK Sports | 2034 |
How much does it cost?
UK Sports from £35 a month on contract, or NOW Sports at £14.99 a day or £34.99 a month. With 24 races a season, the Day Membership adds up quickly for regular fans.
What time are the races?
European races start at 2pm UK time on Sundays; races in the Americas and Asia range from early morning to late evening. Sky’s schedule lists every session in UK time.
Readers also ask
Is F1 on free TV in the UK?
Highlights of every race weekend and the British Grand Prix live are free to air. Channel 4 holds those rights until the end of 2026, and the Sky deal keeps highlights and the British Grand Prix free in later years.
What is the cheapest way to watch an F1 race live?
A NOW Sports Day Membership at £14.99 covers 24 hours, enough for one race day. A month is £34.99.
Does Sky's deal include F2 and F3?
Yes, the extension also covers Formula 2, Formula 3, F1 Academy and the Porsche Supercup.
Sources
- Broadband TV News: Sky extends Formula 1 rights deal into next decade checked 6 October 2026
- Channel 4: Sky and Channel 4 extend partnership to 2026 checked 6 October 2026