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Exciting New Chapter for F1 Fans on Sky Sports

This is a truly wonderful time for motorsport enthusiasts across the UK and Ireland! As we look forward to this weekend's Australian Grand Prix, a brand new era of live Formula 1 coverage is officially beginning on Sky Sports. After months of dedicated planning and preparation, the final touches are being put in place to bring the heart of this fascinating sport directly into your living room.

Sky is delighted to announce the launch of the newly created channel, Sky Sports F1 HD. This exciting addition demonstrates a fantastic commitment to providing viewers with great choice and value. For the first time, fans can enjoy every single Grand Prix weekend live. This comprehensive package includes all practice sessions, qualifying rounds, and uninterrupted live race coverage. To make the experience even richer, there is a wealth of support programming available, such as a weekly Friday night magazine show and a special legends series hosted by Steve Rider.

Great Value and Flexible Viewing

The best news of all is that this extensive coverage comes at no extra cost to existing customers who subscribe to Sky Sports 1 & 2 or those who have the HD channels mix. Furthermore, you can take the action with you wherever you go! Subscribers can enjoy F1 coverage across a range of mobile phones, PCs, and tablet devices using the convenient Sky Go service.

To guide you through the thrilling action, a brilliant team of experts has been assembled both on-screen and behind the scenes. The commentary box features the voice of F1, Martin Brundle, alongside the hugely popular David Croft. Viewers will also benefit from brilliant analysis from Damon Hill and Anthony Davidson. In the pits and paddock, Ted Kravitz and Natalie Pinkham will bring you the latest news and views, while the coverage is anchored by the impressive presenters Simon Lazenby and Georgie Thompson.

For the ultimate viewing experience, the coverage is presented in stunning HD. Additionally, for the first time, viewers in the UK and Ireland can enjoy the incredible sound of F1 through Dolby digital 5.1 surround sound. If you have any questions about accessing this fantastic new content or need help with your subscription, our friendly team is here to assist you. Simply call us on 0844 448 1671 (calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge) for a warm and helpful conversation.

Published: 2026-03-19

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