TheTVApp F1 Guide - Every Grand Prix for UK Fans
TheTVApp F1 page links to US channels showing Formula 1, with US commentary and US adverts. In the UK, F1 rights are tightly protected, so this guide focuses on race times in UK time and the legal ways to watch every Grand Prix.
What F1 Fans Will Find
Formula 1 has around 24 races a season from March to December, with practice, qualifying and the race on each weekend, plus sprint races at selected events. Britain is the home of F1, with most teams based in the UK and the British Grand Prix at Silverstone every July.
The motorsport area of TheTVApp links to US broadcasts of F1. In the UK, those streams are unlicensed and frequently taken down during races. Sky Sports holds exclusive live UK rights, which is why F1 TV Pro, the official live streaming service, is not sold in the UK.
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Race weekends
Practice, qualifying, sprint and race sessions from US channels.
US commentary
American broadcast feed with US adverts in breaks.
Other series
Occasional IndyCar and other motorsport on US channels.
TheTVApp F1 Race Times in UK Time
| Race region | US time | Typical UK start |
|---|---|---|
| European races | Morning | 2pm or 3pm |
| Middle East races | Morning to midday | Around 3pm to 5pm |
| Asia and Australia races | Overnight | Between 4am and 8am |
| Americas races | Afternoon | Between 7pm and 9pm |
| Las Vegas night race | Saturday night | Early Sunday morning |
Exact times vary by race, so check the official F1 calendar each weekend.
Legal Ways to Watch F1 in the UK
Licensed options that work on every device.
Sky Sports F1
Every session of every race weekend live, with a dedicated channel. Available on Sky TV or with a NOW Sports pass.
Free highlights
Free-to-air race highlights have been shown on Channel 4 in recent seasons, and the British Grand Prix has often been free live.
F1 TV Access
The official app is available in the UK for live timing, data and replays, but not live video.
Compare prices and devices on our legal TheTVApp alternatives page.
Tips for Race Weekend
- Check whether it is a sprint weekend, as the schedule changes
- Use the official F1 app for live timing and team radio
- A NOW Sports day pass covers one race without a contract
- Watch highlights the same evening if the race is overnight
- Book early for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone
Following other motorsport too? Our sports hub covers more racing and US sports. Setting up a TV? See the Firestick guide or the smart TV guide.
Watching Overnight Races
Races in Australia, Japan, China and Singapore start in the early hours or early morning in the UK. If you do not want to get up, avoid social media and watch the full replay on Sky Go or NOW, or catch the free highlights later in the day.
Pre-race build-up starts about an hour before lights out, and grid walks and team interviews are a big part of the fun. Arrive early if you like the build-up as much as the race.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Who shows F1 live in the UK?
Sky Sports F1 shows every practice, qualifying, sprint and race live in the UK. You can watch with a Sky subscription or a NOW Sports membership.
Can I watch F1 for free in the UK?
Live F1 is mostly on Sky, but free-to-air highlights have been available in recent seasons, and the British Grand Prix has often been shown live for free.
Why can I not get F1 TV Pro in the UK?
Sky holds exclusive live rights in the UK, so F1 only sells F1 TV Access here, which has live timing and replays but no live race video.
Does TheTVApp F1 work in the UK?
The streams are unlicensed in the UK and are often removed during races. Sky Sports F1 or NOW is the reliable legal option.
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