Dutch GP 2026 Sprint weekend dates, schedule, weather, UK start time and how to watch or stream F1 race at Zandvoort live on Sky Sports
Find out the race-day schedule, weather and how to watch the Dutch Grand Prix Sprint weekend at Zandvoort; watch every session of the Dutch GP on August 21-23, with Sprint Qualifying on Friday at 3.30pm, live on Sky Sports F1
Friday 14 August 2026 15:32, UK
Formula 1 returns after its summer break as the second half of the 2026 season begins with a Sprint weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix.
This is also the last Dutch Grand Prix as the event has not been renewed beyond this year, so the Orange Army will be out to support Max Verstappen racing on home soil for potentially the final time in his career.
Verstappen is yet to win a race this year but could play a key role in the title race as Kimi Antonelli looks to remain in control of the Drivers' Championship.
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Antonelli leads Lewis Hamilton by 50 points and George Russell by 59 points but that advantage could quickly disappear, particularly if Ferrari continue to bring upgrades.
On paper, the Zandvoort circuit should suit Ferrari as it does not feature many straights but McLaren's Lando Norris won last time out at the twisty Hungaroring and should also be a threat.
Oscar Piastri won last year's Dutch Grand Prix, which is currently his last victory in F1, and the Australian needs to rediscover that form again in the second half of this season.
It is also a big race for Russell, who got engaged to his long-term partner Carmen Montero Mundt over the summer break, given Antonelli's superb recent form.
Dutch GP circuit: Zandvoort track layout
Zandvoort is one of the drivers' favourite tracks thanks to its high-speed corners and banked bends at Turn 3 and the flat-out final turn.
It can be tricky to overtake with only one long straight down to Turn 1 so track position is critical and we could see a similar race to Hungary last time out.
Dutch GP weather at Zandvoort
Cooler conditions compared to much of the European summer are expected for the Zandvoort race weekend, with temperature highs in the low 20s. There is also a chance of light showers.
Dutch GP dates, UK start time and Sky Sports F1's live schedule
Thursday August 20
1pm: Drivers' Press Conference
4pm: Paddock Uncut
Friday August 21
11am: Dutch GP Practice (session starts at 11.30am)
12.55pm: F1 Academy Practice
2.30pm: Team Bosses' Press Conference
3pm: Dutch GP Sprint Qualifying (session starts at 3.30pm)
Saturday August 22
8.15am: F1 Academy Qualifying
10am: Dutch GP Sprint build-up
11am: DUTCH GP SPRINT*
1.30pm: F1 Academy Race 1
2.20pm: Dutch GP Qualifying build-up*
3pm: DUTCH GP QUALIFYING*
5pm: Porsche Supercup Race 1
Sunday August 23
9.35am: F1 Academy Race 2
10.50am: Porsche Supercup Race 2
12.30pm: Grand Prix Sunday: Dutch GP build-up
2pm: THE DUTCH GRAND PRIX
4pm: Chequered Flag: Dutch GP reaction
*also on Sky Sports Main Event
How to watch or stream the Dutch Grand Prix in the UK and Ireland
Got Sky?
TV: Sky Customers can watch on Sky Sports F1 from Practice on Friday afternoon to the Dutch Grand Prix itself on Sunday August 23 at 2pm
App: Sky Customers can also watch on the Sky Sports app - with the option to go onboard with any driver!
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Stream: Non-Sky Customers can stream the action with a NOW Day or a cancel-anytime Month pass
Live blog: Anyone on the move can follow live coverage of the race weekend through our dedicated F1 blog
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How to watch the Dutch GP on mobile with the Sky Sports app
Sky Sports Subscribers can:
- Download or open the Sky Sports app
- Head to the 'Watch' section at 12.30pm for build-up on Sunday, ahead of lights out at 2pm
- Tap on the Sky Sports F1 chanel
- Sign in with your Sky iD (*you'll only need to do this once)
*Sky iD help: How to find or create your Sky iD
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The Formula 1 season resumes after the summer break with a Sprint weekend at the Dutch Grand Prix from August 21-23, with every session live on Sky Sports. Stream Sky Sports with NOW - no contract, cancel anytime
