Mercedes have set the pace in the fledgling Formula 1 season with their drivers racking up one-two finishes in each of the opening two races.

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George Russell cruised to glory in the Australian Grand Prix before Kimi Antonelli followed up with victory last time out in China to reinforce the feeling that the German constructor is the team to beat in 2026.

Team principal Toto Wolff will be delighted to see his side return to the top of the charts following a period of Red Bull dominance and McLaren gaining ground to win last term.

Ferrari are the next brightest team on the grid so far this season. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have taken to their new car, punching in big performances to claim the last spots on the podium.

Suzuka is a favourite circuit among fans and drivers alike, but will it provide a spectacle to accompany the hype this weekend?

Radio Times brings you a full round-up of how to watch the Japanese Grand Prix 2026 on TV and live stream.

What time is the F1 Japanese Grand Prix 2026?

The Japanese Grand Prix takes place on Sunday 29 March 2026.

The race begins at 6am UK time.

All UK times and dates.

Friday 27 March

Live on Sky Sports F1 from 2am

  • Practice 1 – 2:30am
  • Practice 2 – 6am

Saturday 28 March

Live on Sky Sports F1 from 2:15am

  • Practice 3– 2:30am
  • Qualifying – 6am

Sunday 29 March

Live on Sky Sports F1 from 4:30am

  • Race – 6am

How to watch the Japanese Grand Prix on TV and live stream

The Japanese Grand Prix will air live on Sky Sports F1 from 4:30am this Sunday.

All races will be shown live on Sky Sports F1 and Main Event throughout the season.

You can add Sky Sports channels from just £22 per month.

Existing Sky Sports customers can live stream the race via the Sky Go app on a variety of devices.

You can watch the Grand Prix with a NOW Day Membership for £14.99, or a Monthly Membership for £34.99, all without signing up to a contract.

NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. NOW is also available via BT Sport.

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Michael Potts is the Sport Editor for Radio Times, covering all of the biggest sporting events across the globe with previews, features, interviews and more. He has worked for Radio Times since 2019 and previously worked on the sport desk at Express.co.uk after starting his career writing features for What Culture. He achieved a first-class degree in Sports Journalism in 2014.

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