F1 Australian GP LIVE: Race, Qualifying, Practice updates, results, stream, highlights from 2026 season-opener in Melbourne at Albert Park

Follow live updates and watch the best video from the season-opening Australian Grand Prix this weekend, live on Sky Sports F1 and Sky Sports Main Event.
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F1 event cancelled because of Bahrain strikes as statement issued

F1 have been forced to cancel a two-day Pirelli tyre test in Bahrain due to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.

Your new favourite F1 podcast with paddock insights and fun analysis is finally here

Luckily, we've got you covered with our brand new podcast, Pit Lane Torque, which has arrived just in time for the start of the 2026 season across audio and video platforms. Throughout the season ahead,

Cadillac F1 honors Mario Andretti with debut challenger

Mario Andretti receives the ‘ultimate compliment’ from F1’s newest team

Formula 1 kicks off 2026 season at Australian Grand Prix amid safety concerns

The 2026 Formula 1 season kicks off at the Australian Grand Prix amid safety concerns over Middle Eastern races and a reshuffled competitive landscape due to new regulations.

Max Verstappen Crashes Out of Australian GP Qualifying

Early qualifying drama in Melbourne as Max Verstappen crashes at Turn 1 during Q1 of the Australian Grand Prix, triggering a red flag and ending his session.