What time is F1's 2026 Australian Grand Prix? Qualifying + race times

All the times you need for the 2026 F1 season-opening Australian Grand Prix

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posted on 2 weeks ago — updated on 1 second ago

After weeks of testing and launches, the 2026 Formula 1 season will finally get under way at the Australian Grand Prix next week.

Below you'll find the full schedule in both local and UK hours.

Friday March 6

Practice 1: 12.30pm
Practice 2: 4pm

Saturday March 7

Practice 3: 12.30pm
Qualifying: 4pm

Sunday March 8

Australian Grand Prix: 3pm

Friday March 6

Practice 1: 1.30am
Practice 2: 5am

Saturday March 7

Practice 3: 1.30am
Qualifying: 5am

Sunday March 8

Australian Grand Prix: 4am

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