Formula 1 returns to the Hungaroring in Budapest for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix this weekend. Practice One kicks off Friday, July 24, at 12:30 p.m. BST, followed by Practice Two at 4 p.m. The narrow, technical track favors precision over raw power, making qualifying especially critical.

Practice Three runs Saturday morning at 11:30 a.m., with qualifying at 3 p.m. BST. The race itself takes the grid Sunday at 2 p.m. BST, marking Round 11 of the 2026 championship calendar.

Where to Watch

In the UK, Sky Sports has exclusive F1 rights with every session live on Sky Sports F1 and Main Event. Non-subscribers can catch highlights on free-to-air Channel 4. American viewers can stream every session on Apple TV via a dedicated F1 channel.

The Hungaroring is one of F1’s smallest and most congested circuits. It’s nearly impossible to overtake here, so Friday and Saturday practice sessions matter more than at most tracks. Drivers use them to dial in setup and find that extra tenth in qualifying pace.

Championship Standing

The tight nature of this year’s championship means every point counts heading into the second half of the season. Teams will bring focused upgrades targeting low-speed grip and tire management, the two pillars of success at Budapest.

Weather forecast shows dry conditions all weekend. Track temperature should push into the mid-50s Celsius on Sunday, adding tire stress to the strategy equation.

Budapest is a circuit that punishes mistakes and rewards smooth, confident drivers—watch who adapts fastest on Friday.