Australian Grand Prix F1 2024: Schedule and How to Watch Live
This weekend marks the third stage of the Formula 1 season, with the Australian Grand Prix taking place at Melbourne’s Albert Park Circuit.
Dutch driver Max Verstappen has started the season with dominant performances, securing victories in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, making him a clear favorite for this Sunday’s race on the 24th.
Despite strong competition from Ferrari, Verstappen leads the pack.
The race also sees the return of Carlos Sainz from an appendectomy, placing third in the season’s first race in Bahrain, just behind Verstappen and Mexican driver Sergio Pérez.
Australian Grand Prix F1 2024 Timetable:
Practice and qualifying on BandSports/F1 TV ($5.19/month, $39.99/year). Qualifying and racing on free TV (Band).
- Practice 1: Thursday, 21st, 10:30 PM; watch on Bandsports, Band’s website, and Bandplay.
- Practice 2: Friday, 22nd, 2:00 AM; available on the same platforms.
- Practice 3: Friday, 22nd, 10:30 PM; available on the same platforms.
- Sprint Qualifying: Saturday, 23rd, 2:00 AM; available on the same platforms.
- Race: Sunday, 24th, 2:00 AM; watch on Band and F1 TV.
F1 2024 Drivers:
- RBR: Max Verstappen and Sergio Pérez
- Ferrari: Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz
- Mercedes: Lewis Hamilton and George Russell
- Alpha: Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly
- McLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri
- Alfa Romeo: Valtteri Bottas and Guanyu Zhou
- Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll
- Has: Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg
- AlphaTauri: Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson
- Williams: Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant
Watching the Australian Grand Prix F1 2024 Online:
F1 TV, Formula 1’s exclusive streaming platform, offers live coverage with subscriptions priced at $5.19 per month or $39.99 annually.
Upcoming Formula 1 races:
- Japanese GP: Suzuka Circuit, April 5-7, 2:00 AM
- Chinese GP: Shanghai International Circuit, April 19-21, 4:00 AM
- Miami GP: Miami International Autodrome, May 3-5, 5:00 PM
Global F1 tour includes Monaco, Canada, Spain, and Austria, ending with Abu Dhabi GP, December 6–8, 10:00 AM at Yas Marina Circuit.
Fans planning to watch the Australian GP should note there’s no parking available at the venue. Public transportation, ride-sharing apps, or the official event transfer are recommended.
The Autódromo station operates 24 hoursa day during the festival days, with express train options available.
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