When does the Formula 1 Chinese GP 2026 start?

The Formula 1 Chinese GP weekend begins on March 13, 2026 with Free Practice 1 at 03:30 UTC. The main race is scheduled for March 15, 2026.

How many sessions are in the Formula 1 Chinese GP?

The Formula 1 Chinese GP has 4 sessions: Free Practice 1, Sprint Qualifying, Qualifying, Sprint.

What is the full schedule for the Formula 1 Chinese GP 2026?

Free Practice 1: Fri Mar 13, 03:30 UTC. Sprint Qualifying: Fri Mar 13, 07:30 UTC. Qualifying: Sat Mar 14, 07:00 UTC. Sprint: Sun Mar 15, 07:00 UTC. All times can be viewed in your local timezone on the event page.

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Q: Where is the Formula 1 Chinese GP held?

The Formula 1 Chinese GP is held at Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China. It is Round 2 of 27 in the 2026 season.

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Shanghai, China

Race Date

Mar 15

2026

The Formula 1 Chinese GP is Round 2 and takes place at Shanghai International Circuit in Shanghai, China, running from March 13 to March 15. This event features 4 sessions: Free Practice 1, Sprint Qualifying, Qualifying, Sprint. All times are displayed as live countdown timers in your local timezone.

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Weekend Schedule

Free Practice 1 Done

Mar 13, 03:30 UTC

Sprint Qualifying Done

Mar 13, 07:30 UTC

Qualifying Done

Mar 14, 07:00 UTC

Sprint

Mar 15, 07:00 UTC

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Event Info

Country: China
Circuit: Shanghai International Circuit
Race Date: March 15, 2026
Sessions: 4
Round: 2 / 27

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