The 2026 Formula 1 season continues this weekend with the Italian Grand Prix, as the championship heads to the legendary Autodromo Nazionale Monza for Round 13.
Key Highlights
- Italian Grand Prix: The race takes place at Monza on Sunday, September 6 at 1500 local time.
- Championship battle: Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell and Lewis Hamilton by 59 points, while Lando Norris has won back-to-back races.
- How to watch: Every F1 session will be available live on F1 TV Pro, with F1 TV Premium offering 4K Ultra HD/HDR and Multiview.
- F2 and F3: Both support championships return to Monza, with Nikola Tsolov, Gabriele Mini, Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu among the drivers in focus.
What time is the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
The weekend begins with FP1 at 1230 local time on Friday, September 4, followed by FP2 at 1600. Final practice takes place at 1230 on Saturday, September 5, before Qualifying gets underway at 1600. The main event follows on Sunday, with the Italian Grand Prix starting at 1500 local time on September 6.
Lando Norris arrives at Monza with plenty of momentum after winning back-to-back races for the first time in 2026 at the Dutch Grand Prix. The McLaren driver has reduced the gap at the front, although championship leader Kimi Antonelli remains 59 points clear of both Mercedes team-mate George Russell and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton.
How can I watch the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
Fans can watch every F1 session live on F1 TV Pro, which is available in selected countries. The service offers features including onboard cameras from all 22 cars, as well as Pre-Race and Post-Race Shows.
F1 TV Pro can be streamed through devices including Apple TV, Chromecast Generation 2 and above, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku. The service is ad-free and offers commentary in six languages.
Fans can also subscribe to F1 TV Premium, which provides races in 4K Ultra HD/HDR on up to six devices. The service also includes a personalised Multiview feature on selected devices, with 26 different feeds available.
F1 TV Premium also provides live coverage of every F1 Grand Prix, Sprint, Qualifying and practice session, alongside F2, F3, F1 ACADEMY and Porsche Supercup sessions. Alternatively, live timing will be available throughout the weekend on F1.com and the F1 app.
Where is the 2026 Italian Grand Prix taking place?
The Italian Grand Prix will be held at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, one of the most historic venues in Formula 1. Originally built in 1922, Monza became the world’s third purpose-built race track and was included on the calendar for the inaugural F1 season in 1950.
The circuit has hosted almost every Italian Grand Prix since then, apart from the 1980 event, when refurbishment work forced the race to move elsewhere. Known for its history, high-speed layout and passionate Tifosi, Monza has produced plenty of memorable moments over the years.
Charles Leclerc delivered fairytale victories at his home race in 2019 and 2024, while Lewis Hamilton and Michael Schumacher jointly hold the record for the most Italian Grand Prix wins with five each.
What is the weather forecast in Italy?
Conditions are expected to remain warm and sunny throughout the three days of track action. Temperatures are forecast to reach around 30°C, with only a minimal chance of rain across the region.
When can I watch F2 and F3 at Monza?
Formula 2 also returns this weekend, with Nikola Tsolov looking to extend his 20-point championship advantage over Gabriele Mini.
F2 Free Practice begins at 1000 local time on Friday, September 4, followed by Qualifying at 1455. The Sprint Race takes place at 1415 on Saturday, with the top 10 finishers from Qualifying starting in reverse order. The Feature Race then gets underway at 0945 on Sunday.
F3 will also contest the penultimate round of the season at Monza, where Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu continue their fight for the championship.
F3 Free Practice starts at 0855 on Friday, before Qualifying A and Qualifying B take place at 1400 and 1420, respectively. The Sprint Race follows at 0930 on Saturday, with the top 12 qualifiers reversed on the grid. The Feature Race begins at 0815 on Sunday, bringing the F3 weekend to a close.
