Quick Summary: How to Watch F1 in 2026
U.S. broadcaster: Apple TV+
Cable broadcast: No longer available
Subscription cost: $12.99/month, $99/year
Fans in the United States can watch every Formula 1 race in 2026 through Apple TV+, which became the sport’s exclusive U.S. broadcaster under a new five-year deal. An Apple TV+ subscription gives viewers access to every race weekend, including practice sessions, qualifying, Sprint races, and Grand Prix races.
The 2026 Formula 1 season is here, and boy is there a lot that’s new. With new cars, new regulations, and even a new team joining the grid, fans are eager to tune in. But one question keeps popping up every year: where can fans actually watch Formula 1?
Just like the new regulations and cars, broadcasting rights and streaming platforms have changed for the 2026 F1 season. Here’s a complete guide to how to watch Formula 1 in 2026, including TV channels, streaming services, and the biggest changes from previous seasons.
Apple TV Takes Over
Apple is now Formula 1’s new official U.S. broadcaster, meaning races are streamed exclusively on Apple TV starting in 2026 after the company signed a five-year partnership with the sport.
That means the days of wathcing Formula 1 on cable channels like ABC and ESPN are over in the United States.
Apple TV now delivers full coverage of every race weekend, including practice sessions, qualifying, Sprint sessions, and Grand Prix races.
How Much Does it Cost To Watch F1 in 2026?
To watch Formula 1 in the United States, fans now need an Apple TV+ subscription. There are two options for accessing Apple TV+. The first is a monthly membership, which costs $12.99 a month. Users can also buy a yearly membership for $99.
Once subscribed, fans can watch every race weekend live through the Apple TV platform.
What About F1 TV?
Even though Apple TV is the exclusive broadcaster of Formula 1, the F1 TV platform still exists.
However, the way it works has changed.
Previously, fans could subscribe directly to F1 TV Premium to access onboard cameras, team radio, and additional race feeds. Starting in 2026, U.S. fans can no longer subscribe to F1 TV Premium as a standalone service.
That is because F1 TV Premium is now bundled with Apple TV+. Fans can connect their Apple TV account with F1 TV to unlock the same features they previously received through the F1 TV subscription.
What About Cable Television?
Formula 1 fans will not be able to watch Formula 1 on ABC, ESPN, or other cable platforms starting in 2026 in the United States. The only way to access Formula 1 races is through Apple TV+.
For viewers who prefer watching on a television instead of a phone or computer, the Apple TV app is available on many devices, including:
- Smart TVs
- Apple TV devices
- Amazon Fire TV / Fire Stick
- Roku
- Game consoles
This means fans can still watch Formula 1 on their televisions. The only difference is now they’ll be streaming it through the Apple TV app rather than a traditional cable channel.
