Formula 1 · Qualifying
Where to Watch the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying: TV Channels, Live Stream and Start Time
The Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying takes place at Sepang International Circuit, Sepang on Saturday 3 October. Below is every broadcaster and official stream currently listed, country by country, plus the start time in your time zone.
The short answer
START
08:00 UTC
VENUE
Sepang International Circuit
Sepang, Malaysia
TV channels and streams by country
Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying in the Formula 1 (Qualifying) starts at 08:00 UTC on Saturday 3 October 2026, which is 04:00 EDT in New York, 09:00 BST in London and 10:00 CEST in central Europe. Our listings currently show 10 broadcasters across 9 territories for this session; every one of them is in the table above.
The session takes place at Sepang International Circuit in Sepang, Malaysia.
Can you watch it for free?
Yes, in some markets. The following listed broadcasters are free-to-air networks or their free players, so no subscription is needed where they operate:
- Globo (Brazil)
Streaming options: Apple TV (United States), Kayo Sports (Australia), FanCode (India), Movistar+ (Spain). Most of these are monthly, cancel-anytime subscriptions, and several offer a trial period for new customers.
We only name official rights holders. Using a VPN to get around a regional blackout usually breaks the terms of service of the platform you are paying for, so check the rules of your provider before travelling.
Frequently asked
What time does Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying start?
08:00 UTC on Saturday 3 October 2026, which is 04:00 EDT in New York, 09:00 BST in London and 10:00 CEST in central Europe.
What channel is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on in the United States?
In the United States the session is listed on Apple TV.
What channel is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom the session is listed on Sky Sports F1.
What channel is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on in Canada?
In Canada the session is listed on TSN, RDS.
What channel is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on in Australia?
In Australia the session is listed on Kayo Sports.
What channel is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on in India?
In India the session is listed on FanCode.
Is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying on free TV?
Yes, where these free-to-air broadcasters operate: Globo (Brazil).
Where is Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix Qualifying being held?
At Sepang International Circuit in Sepang, Malaysia.
