The 2026 Formula 1 season continues this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix, with the Autodromo Nazionale Monza hosting Round 13. The race takes place on Sunday, 6 September, and the global start times are listed below.
Lando Norris enjoyed a strong weekend in the Netherlands, suggesting the battle at the top of the championship is intensifying. The reigning World Champion secured back-to-back victories for the first time in 2026, although he still trails championship leader Kimi Antonelli by a significant margin. Antonelli holds a 59-point advantage over both his Mercedes team mate George Russell and Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton.
Fans can head to the RACE HUB or continue reading for information on how to watch the 2026 Italian Grand Prix, plus the worldwide session times for the Formula 1, Formula 2 and Formula 3 action at Monza.
What time is the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
Italian Grand Prix weekend begins with FP1 on Friday, 4 September, at 12:30 local time, followed by FP2 at 16:00.
The final practice session starts at 12:30 on Saturday, 5 September. Qualifying follows at 16:00, with drivers competing for the best possible grid positions.
The 2026 Italian Grand Prix begins at 15:00 on Sunday, 6 September. Check the event schedule for the global start times for Sunday’s race.
How can I watch the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
Every session is available live on F1 TV Pro in selected countries. The service brings fans closer to the action with features including onboard cameras from all 22 drivers’ cars, as well as Pre-Race and Post-Race Shows.
F1 TV Pro can be streamed through Apple TV, Chromecast Generation 2 and newer devices, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku. The service has no commercial breaks and offers commentary in six languages.
Fans can also watch through F1 TV Premium, a premium service that offers races in 4K Ultra HD/HDR on up to six devices. Selected devices also support a personalised Multiview feature with 26 different feeds available.
F1 TV Premium provides live 4K Ultra HD/HDR coverage of every F1 Grand Prix, F1 Sprint, Qualifying session and practice session. F2, F3, F1 ACADEMY and Porsche Supercup sessions are also available to watch live on the platform.
Alternatively, live timing will be available throughout every session of the Italian Grand Prix 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, the oldest circuit on the Formula 1 calendar. Originally constructed in 1922, Monza became the world’s third purpose-built race track and featured in the inaugural F1 season in 1950.
The circuit has hosted almost every Italian Grand Prix since then, apart from the 1980 event, when the venue underwent refurbishment. Monza is renowned for its history, exceptional high speeds and passionate Tifosi.
Charles Leclerc’s fairytale victories at Monza in 2019 and 2024 delighted the home fans. However, Hamilton and Michael Schumacher jointly hold the record for the most wins at the circuit, with five victories each.
What is the weather forecast in Italy?
Warm and sunny conditions are expected throughout all three days of track action. Temperatures are forecast to reach 30 degrees Celsius, with only a minimal chance of rain in the region.
When can I watch F2 and F3 at the 2026 Italian Grand Prix?
Formula 2 returns to action at Monza, with Nikola Tsolov aiming to extend his 20-point championship lead over Gabriele Mini.
F2 Free Practice begins at 10:00 local time on Friday, 4 September, followed by Qualifying at 14:55.
The Sprint Race takes place at 14:15 on Saturday, 5 September. The top 10 finishers from Qualifying will start in reverse order. The Feature Race begins at 09:45 on Sunday, 6 September.
Formula 3 will also contest the penultimate round of the season at Monza, where Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu continue their title battle.
F3 Free Practice starts at 08:55 on Friday, 4 September. Qualifying follows with Qualifying A at 14:00 and Qualifying B at 14:20, with the field divided into two groups.
The top 12 qualifiers will be reversed for the Sprint Race, which begins at 09:30 on Saturday, 5 September. The Feature Race concludes the weekend at 08:15 on Sunday, 6 September.
Source: www.formula1.com
