Where to watch Formula 1 racing in 2025 ahead of the Chinese grand prix this weekend

The F1 season for 2025 opened last weekend with the Australian Grand Prix at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit

There will be another 23 races to watch, with the return of the Chinese Grand Prix that’s been absent since 2019, and if you’re wondering how you can watch them at home or on the go, you’re in the right place.

While Sky Sports F1 is the main broadcaster in the UK for Formula 1, there are several ways you can watch the races.

Depending on whether you want to watch the whole season or just a few Grand Prix events, there are several different packages to choose from.

Watching the action live means you’ll be the first to see if Max Verstappen can secure his fifth Driver’s Championship.

Lewis Hamilton, now making his debut for Ferrari, will no doubt do his best to compete against his old rival.

The seven-time world champion departed Mercedes last year and is off to a promising start with faster tyre-testing times than teammate Charles Leclerc.

Another key question this season is whether or not McLaren will get lucky in the Constructor’s standings again or if Hamilton and Leclerc will clinch it for Ferrari.

For those asking: “Where can I watch F1?” here’s everything you need to know to follow the action.

How to watch Formula 1 this season on TV and streaming?

F1 on TV

Every Formula 1 race will be shown live on Sky Sports F1 and Sky Sports main event throughout the season.

Whether you prefer watching on television or streaming on your device, there are plenty of options to ensure you don’t miss a moment of the action.

You can find out about all the best live Sky Sports deals here.

How to watch F1 on TV at a glance:

• Sky Glass Gen 2 TV, Sky Essentials TV package and Sky Sports – From £49 a month with £20 upfront cost
• Sky Stream, Sky Sports, Sky Essential TV package with Netflix – £35 a month
• Upgrade an existing Sky subscription to include Sky Sports – £22 a month
• NOW Sky Sports Day membership – £14.99 one-off payment
• NOW Sky Sports flexible monthly membership – £34.99 a month, cancel any time

One of the best value ways to get Sky Sports is with a Sky Glass Gen 2 package.

You’ll receive a brand-new TV and Sky Sports will be included in the monthly subscription.

If you already have a Sky subscription, you can add on all nine dedicated sports channels, including Premier League and F1, for an additional cost of £22 a month.

If there’s only one event you want to watch, you can sign up for a one-day pass for NOW for £14.99.

Or choose a flexible £34.99 monthly NOW pass to catch a couple of races and cancel it at any time.

F1 on streaming services

Sky Sports customers can use the Sky Go app on their smartphone, tablet, or other devices, to live stream every moment of the build-up and the race.

If you’re not ready to be tied into a long subscription contract,  you can still dive into the Formula 1 excitement with NOW.

Grab a NOW day membership for £14.99 if you’re just tuning in for a single race, or opt for a month membership at £34.99 to enjoy all the action for a longer stretch.

NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles

talkSPORT and talkSPORT.com will also keep you up to date with all the latest news during race weekends.

To tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 through the website, click here for the live stream. 

You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.

What is the 2025 Formula 1 race schedule?

The 2025 Formula 1 season boasts a record-breaking 24 races, spanning five continents and offering a mix of iconic circuits and exciting modern additions.

Here is the full race schedule for the season:

• March 15-16: Australian Grand Prix, Melbourne
• March 21-23: Chinese Grand Prix, Shanghai (Sprint weekend)
• April 4-6: Japanese Grand Prix, Suzuka
• April 11-13: Bahrain Grand Prix, Sakhir
• April 18-20: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, Jeddah
• May 2-4: Miami Grand Prix, Miami (Sprint weekend)
• May 16-18: Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, Imola
• May 23-25: Monaco Grand Prix, Monaco
• May 30 – June 1: Spanish Grand Prix, Barcelona
• June 13-15: Canadian Grand Prix, Montreal
• June 27-29: Austrian Grand Prix, Spielberg
• July 4-6: British Grand Prix, Silverstone
• July 25-27: Belgian Grand Prix, Spa-Francorchamps (Sprint weekend)
• August 1-3: Hungarian Grand Prix, Budapest
• August 29-31: Dutch Grand Prix, Zandvoort
• September 5-7: Italian Grand Prix, Monza
• September 19-21: Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Baku
• October 3-5: Singapore Grand Prix, Singapore
• October 17-19: United States Grand Prix, Austin (Sprint weekend)
• October 24-26: Mexico City Grand Prix, Mexico City
• November 7-9: Sao Paulo Grand Prix, Sao Paulo (Sprint weekend)
• November 21-23: Las Vegas Grand Prix, Las Vegas
• November 28-30: Qatar Grand Prix, Lusail (Sprint weekend)
• December 5-7: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina

Who are the contenders for the driver’s and constructor’s championships this year?

The main contenders for the F1 Driver’s Championship this year are predicted to be Lando Norris, Max Verstappen, Charles Leclerc, and Lewis Hamilton.

Norris is considered the favourite by some, driving for the reigning Constructors’ Champions, McLaren.

Verstappen, despite winning the last four titles, is expected to face a tougher challenge this year.

Leclerc and Hamilton form a formidable pairing at Ferrari, and both are expected to be in contention.

McLaren and Ferrari are the favourites for the Constructors’ Championship.

McLaren are aiming to secure consecutive titles for the first time since the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Ferrari, with their strong driver pairing, are hoping to end their title drought, with their last win being in 2008.

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