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What time does the F1 race start today? TV channel, live stream for 2026 Chinese Grand Prix originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here .
On the heels of the Formula 1 season opener, the Chinese Grand Prix will bring all the heat to the Shanghai International Circuit this weekend. Sunday's race marks the first sprint of the 2026 campaign, making the format a little different from last week's opener in Melbourne. The Shanghai circuit features long straights and even longer corners, and new car regulations could make this an interesting watch for fans.
The Chinese Grand Prix rejoined the F1 schedule in 2024 following a five-year break, and has brought pure entertainment since. Oscar Piastri won the race last year, but him and McLaren have some recovery to do, as defending champion Lando Norris took fifth in Melbourne, and Piastri crashed out on his way to the starting grid. Will the standings be shaken in Shanghai?
Here's everything you need to know about the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, including TV channel and streaming options for the Formula 1 race. What time does the F1 race start today? The 2026 Chinese Grand Prix will take place at the Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China on Sunday, March 15 and will begin at 3:00 p.
m. local time. Here's how that start time translates across North America: Date Start time Eastern Time Sunday, March 15 3 a.