Sky Sports offers 2026 F1 opening races for £5 each with no‑commitment plan

Sky Sports has rolled out a short‑term, no‑commitment offer that lets UK viewers watch the opening three rounds of the 2026 Formula 1 season for £15 a month – about £5 per weekend.

Why it matters:

• Low‑cost entry for casual fans, no year‑long contract.
• Keeps the UK the only market with uninterrupted live F1 coverage and Sky’s exclusive paddock access.
• Lets fans test the service before committing to a full Sky Sports package.

The details:

• Price & contract – £15/month on a rolling basis; cancel anytime after March.
• Coverage – Live practice, qualifying and race for Australian, Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix.
• Eligibility – Must already hold a Sky subscription; Sky Essentials from £15, or £18 for a 31‑day rolling plan.
• Broadcast times – Australian GP practice: Fri 6 Mar 01:30 GMT; race Sun 8 Mar 04:00 GMT; similar times for Shanghai and Suzuka.
• UK exclusivity – Race footage, pit lane interviews, Martin Brundle’s grid walk and post‑race analysis.

What’s next:

• After March, viewers need a standard Sky Sports package or switch to regional broadcasters (Apple TV in the US, Fox Sports in Australia).
• Sky hinted at bundle discounts later in the season to retain new subscribers.
• The flexible, event‑based model could inspire similar deals across other motorsport series.