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How to watch the 2026 F1® United States Grand Prix for free
Watch the 2026 F1 United States Grand Prix for free with an eligible Apple TV 7-day trial. Find the Austin race start time and how to sign up in the US.
US viewers can watch the 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix for free with an eligible seven-day Apple TV trial. The offer is available to new subscribers, with coverage of practice, qualifying and Sunday's race included.
The Austin weekend runs October 23--25, making it possible to follow every session within one trial period.
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Start your 7-day free Apple TV trial
How to Activate Your Free Trial
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Sign in with your Apple Account or create one.
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Confirm that the seven-day free trial appears before subscribing.
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Open the Formula 1 section in the Apple TV app and select your session.
Activate your trial on Thursday, October 22, or before practice on Friday, October 23, so it covers the entire race weekend.
Watch on supported smart TVs, streaming devices, phones, tablets or computers. An Apple TV 4K box is not required.
What Time Does the United States Grand Prix Start?
Lights out at Circuit of The Americas is Sunday, October 25, 2026, at:
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4:00 p.m. EDT
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3:00 p.m. CDT, Austin local time
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1:00 p.m. PDT
Qualifying takes place Saturday at 5:00 p.m. EDT / 2:00 p.m. PDT. Times are subject to change.
What Happens After the Free Trial?
Apple TV currently costs $14.99 per month in the US after the trial, unless canceled. Check your eligibility, renewal date and cancellation terms during signup. Existing subscribers may not qualify for another free trial.
Ready for Austin? Check your eligibility and start your free Apple TV trial before the weekend begins.