How to watch the 2026 Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix
01 September 2026Formula 1 heads to Monza from 4-6 September as Round 13 of the season brings the world's fastest drivers to one of the fastest, most historic circuits.
For UK fans watching from home rather than trackside, there are several ways to catch every lap of the 2026 Italian Grand Prix weekend.
Where to watch the Italian Grand Prix 2026
If you're wondering where to watch the Italian Grand Prix, fans in the UK have two main options for catching every session live from Monza.
Sky Sports F1
Sky Sports F1 remains the home of Formula 1 in the UK, offering live coverage of every session from Monza.
Fans with a Sky TV package can add Sky Sports through a monthly subscription, giving access to every practice session, Qualifying and the Italian Grand Prix live.
NOW
For fans without a Sky contract, NOW offers a flexible alternative for watching the Italian Grand Prix live.
Sports memberships provide access to all Sky Sports channels, including Sky Sports F1, while shorter passes are ideal for viewers who only want to watch the Monza race weekend.
Is the Italian Grand Prix on Channel 4?
Unlike the British Grand Prix, the Italian Grand Prix is not shown live on Channel 4. Under its free-to-air agreement with Sky, Channel 4's live Formula 1 coverage is reserved for the British Grand Prix alone. Every other round, including Monza, is covered with highlights instead.
Channel 4 will still air free highlights of Qualifying and the Grand Prix, usually broadcast later the same day, both on TV and through its streaming platforms.
F1 TV Pro, Formula 1's own streaming service, isn't an option for live races in the UK under Sky's exclusive rights, though it remains available for highlights and replays.
What time is the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
The Italian Grand Prix takes place on Sunday, 6 September, with the race starting at 14:00 UK time (15:00 local time in Italy). Below are the key Formula 1 session times across the weekend.
Date | UK Time | Local Time (Italy) | Session |
Friday, 4 September | 11:30 | 12:30 | Free Practice 1 |
Friday, 4 September | 15:00 | 16:00 | Free Practice 2 |
Saturday, 5 September | 11:30 | 12:30 | Free Practice 3 |
Saturday, 5 September | 15:00 | 16:00 | Qualifying |
Sunday, 6 September | 14:00 | 15:00 | Italian Grand Prix |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Italian Grand Prix live on Channel 4?
No. Channel 4's only live Formula 1 coverage each season is reserved for the British Grand Prix. The Italian Grand Prix is covered with free highlights on Channel 4 instead.
What channel is the Italian Grand Prix on?
Sky Sports F1 has live UK coverage of every session from Monza. NOW offers the same live coverage without a contract, and Channel 4 airs free highlights afterwards.
When is the Italian Grand Prix?
The 2026 Italian Grand Prix weekend runs from Friday, 4 September to Sunday, 6 September, with the race starting at 14:00 UK time (BST) on Sunday.
Is F1 TV Pro available in the UK?
No. F1 TV Pro's live races aren’t available in the UK under Sky's exclusive broadcast rights, though it can still be used for highlights and replays.
