How to stream the Formula 1 2026 Chinese Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium

Formula 1 returns this weekend for the second round of the new 2026 season with the Chinese Grand Prix – and here's all the information you need to follow the action live on F1 TV.

The Sprint format makes its first appearance of the year, presenting a greater challenge to the 22 drivers who are still learning the intricacies of the new-look cars as they will have just one hour of practice before launching back into competition.

It's advantage Mercedes after George Russell secured an impressive victory in Australia, but could the different characteristics of the Shanghai International Circuit see one of his rivals snatch the top spot? Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen will be searching for a smoother round after crashes impacted their time down under, while Ferrari will search for a way to narrow the deficit to the Silver Arrows.

As usual, we will bring you coverage of all the action from the Chinese Grand Prix across our various platforms.

You can enjoy coverage from every session live on F1 TV Pro, which brings fans closer to the action via exclusive features like onboard cameras on all 22 of the drivers’ cars, and access to both Pre-Race and Post-Race Shows.

F1 TV Pro can be streamed easily via Apple TV, Chromecast Generation 2 and above, Android TV, Google TV, Amazon Fire TV, and Roku.

In the US, F1 TV is changing. Apple – Formula 1’s new Official U.S. Broadcaster – will host F1 TV included for free within its Apple TV subscription, streamlining access for fans and enhancing the overall fan experience. The F1 TV broadcast team will also primarily front Apple TV’s English-language coverage, bringing their established expertise and insight to a wider US audience.

Fans can also watch via F1 TV Premium, a premier service that invites the viewer to step into the heart of the action with the ability to watch races in 4K Ultra HD/HDR on up to six different devices, as well as a personalised Multiview feature available on select devices with 26 different feeds to choose from.

Viewers can watch every F1 Grand Prix, F1 Sprint, Qualifying and practice session live in 4K Ultra HD/HDR at home, with F2, F3, F1 ACADEMY and Porsche Supercup sessions also available to watch live on the platform.

Other highlights on F1 TV include in-depth shows such as Tech Talk Retro, which shines a light on iconic car designs from years gone by, and F1 Icons, which tells the exhilarating stories of legendary drivers of the past.

Meanwhile, more payment methods are available, including AMEX, allowing fans around the world to access F1 TV with ease.

For more information on subscribing to F1 TV you can click here.

F1 TV Pro and Premium are available in selected locations only.

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To find out what time you can watch all the action from China, click here.