The 2026 Formula 1 season begins with the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne, with fans worldwide able to watch the race through F1’s global broadcast and streaming partners.

A brand new era of Formula 1 begins this weekend with the traditional season-opener - the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.

Aston Martin was braced for a tough start to F1 2026, but things got off to an even worse start than expected in Friday practice as major power unit issues struck.