Las Vegas F1 Grand Prix streams free on Apple TV in the US

What Apple is offering

Formula 1 fans in the United States can watch the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix weekend without paying, according to Apple Insider. Apple has a dedicated Las Vegas collection in the Apple TV app that advertises every promoted session as free.

That means no subscription trial is required. Apple also says viewers do not need an Apple TV 4K device, since the app runs on many platforms, including phones, computers, televisions, streaming boxes and games consoles, plus a web browser.

When to watch

The weekend runs over three days and includes three practice sessions, qualifying and the race. All five sessions stream live through Apple TV.

Apple's official schedule lists broadcast start times, all given in Eastern time. The race itself starts at 8 p.m. local time in Las Vegas on the Saturday.

How to find the free coverage

The Apple TV app has a Formula 1 section that gathers live events, upcoming races and related programming. Viewers can open the app on a supported device or visit the Apple TV website, then select the Las Vegas Grand Prix collection and choose the session they want.

Apple notes that standard event listings may show a subscription trial offer. The company says the free Las Vegas promotion does not need one, so viewers should use the dedicated collection instead of signing up.

English and Spanish commentary are available. Some extras, such as premium camera feeds and Multiview, may still require a paid subscription.

Why the race is free

Apple holds exclusive United States rights to Formula 1 from the 2026 season, taking over from ESPN. The deal runs through 2030 and covers every Grand Prix, qualifying session, sprint race and practice session.

Most races need a subscription, which costs $14.99 per month in the United States. The agreement also lets Apple stream selected races at no charge. The Austrian Grand Prix in June 2026 was the first full weekend offered free, and Las Vegas follows the same approach.