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George Russell starts Sunday’s Austrian grand prix from pole after a chaotic qualifying finish at the Red Bull Ring.
The Mercedes driver avoided an investigation after completing his fastest lap under yellow flags following Max Verstappen's crash, while Charles Leclerc secured second ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli starts fourth after losing his chance to improve when the session was disrupted.
With hot, dry weather expected and the FIA’s Heat Hazard still in effect, tyre life, cooling and driver management could all play a role in the race - that is if the field manages to make it cleanly through an often chaotic first lap in Spielberg.
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F1 Austrian GP: George Russell avoids investigation to take pole after Max Verstappen crash How can I watch the F1 Austrian GP?
In the United States, Apple TV is broadcasting the entire Austrian GP weekend free for viewers in the US as a one-race promotion.
Apple TV is the primary broadcast partner for the 2026 season, with all sessions available on the platform following a multi-year deal. F1 TV remains the series’ global subscription streaming service.
Broadcast coverage of Formula 1 varies by region. For viewers in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports continues as the championship’s exclusive broadcaster, showing every session live throughout the 2026 season. F1 coverage can also be streamed via Sky Go or NOW, with highlights available free-to-air on Channel 4.
Motorsport.com will provide live coverage and updates throughout the Austrian GP weekend.
F1 Austrian GP Sunday schedule
Times local 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 Eastern Time viewers:
Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 9:00am ET
F1 Austrian GP full weekend schedule
All times local to Austria:
Friday, June 26 — free practice 1 — 1:30pm CEST Friday, June 26 — free practice 2 — 5:00pm CEST Saturday, June 27 — free practice 3 — 12:30pm CEST Saturday, June 27 — qualifying — 4:00pm CEST Sunday, June 28 — 2026 Austrian Grand Prix — 3:00pm CEST
Austrian GP Sunday weather forecast
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George Russell, Mercedes
Sunday is expected to stay hot, sunny and dry at the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian grand prix.
With the FIA’s Heat Hazard still in effect, cooling and tyre life will be key concerns for teams across the race. The high temperatures could also make the grand prix more physically demanding for drivers, especially if they spend long periods in traffic.
Rain is not expected to play a major role, so the main weather factor should be heat rather than disruption.
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This is the starting grid for the 2026 Austrian F1 Grand Prix Austrian GP track facts
* Circuit: Red Bull Ring
* Location: Austria
* Event: Austrian GP
* Circuit type: permanent road course
* Friday sessions: free practice 1 and free practice 2
* Saturday sessions: free practice 3 and grand prix qualifying
* Race: Sunday, June 28
* The Red Bull Ring is a short, fast Formula 1 lap, with long straights, heavy braking zones and a final sector where traffic and track limits can quickly become important.
2026 Formula 1 driver and team roster
Photos from Austrian GP - Saturday
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing, Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing, Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing
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Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Team
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Oliver Bearman, Haas F1 Team
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
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Esteban Ocon, Haas F1 Team
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Esteban Ocon, Haas F1 Team
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin Racing
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Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Team, Oscar Piastri, McLaren
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Nico Hülkenberg, Audi F1 Team, Oscar Piastri, McLaren
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Oliver Bearman, Haas
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Oliver Bearman, Haas
Eric Le Galliot
Gabriel Bortoleto, Audi F1 Team
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Gabriel Bortoleto, Audi F1 Team
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Carlos Sainz, Williams
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Carlos Sainz, Williams
Eric Le Galliot
Franco Colapinto, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Eric Le Galliot
Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls
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Arvid Lindblad, Racing Bulls
Eric Le Galliot
Lando Norris, McLaren
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Lando Norris, McLaren
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Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing, Flavio Briatore, Alpine
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Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Racing, Flavio Briatore, Alpine
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Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls
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Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls
Eric Le Galliot
Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
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Lance Stroll, Aston Martin
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Alexander Albon, Williams
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Alexander Albon, Williams
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli, Mercedes
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing crash
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing crash
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Lando Norris, McLaren
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Lando Norris, McLaren
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Isack Hadjar, Red Bull Racing
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Isack Hadjar, Red Bull Racing
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Pierre Gasly, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
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Franco Colapinto, Alpine
Eric Le Galliot
George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
Eric Le Galliot
George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
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George Russell, Mercedes
Eric Le Galliot
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, George Russell, Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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Charles Leclerc, Ferrari, George Russell, Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari
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