F1 Practice Today: Italian Grand Prix 2026 schedule, TV channel and FREE live stream

The 2026 F1 season hits Monza this weekend, with Free Practice action set to kick off the Italian Grand Prix today, Friday, September 4.

After a sprint weekend in Zandvoort last time out, F1 returns to its more traditional weekend schedule this time around, and there is plenty to watch out for.

This weekend's race in Italy comes a fortnight after the Dutch Grand Prix, where Lando Norris won his second race on the bounce for McLaren, thrusting himself back into the discussion for the drivers' championship.

Elsewhere, Mercedes star and championship leader Kimi Antonelli is looking to become the first Italian to win the Italian Grand Prix at Monza in 60 years as we head into the weekend, although he faces a huge uphill task to do so as he is set to take an FIA grid penalty.

Of course, with it being the Italian Grand Prix, all eyes will also be on Ferrari, with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc looking to give the adoring Tifosi a Ferrari winner at Monza for the 22nd time.

With that said, let's get into the important timing details below.

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F1 Practice start times - 2026 Italian Grand Prix

With no F1 sprint this weekend, there will be three Free Practice sessions taking place at the Italian Grand Prix.

All of the action kicks off on Friday, September 4, with FP1 getting underway at 12:30 local time (CEST), before FP2 takes place later in the day at 16:00 CEST. On Saturday, September 5, Free Practice action concludes with FP3 at 12:30 CEST.

Start times will vary depending on your location. Please find the times converted to your local time zone below.

FP1 - Friday, September 4, 2026

FP2 - Friday, September 4, 2026

FP3 - Saturday, September 5, 2026

How to watch Italian GP practice live on TV today

Where you can watch Italian Grand Prix practice live on TV today depends on your location.

Broadcast details vary across the globe. Check below to see how to tune in from your country or region.

*American F1 fans can make use of a seven-day free trial with Apple TV and watch Italian GP weekend for no extra cost. To sign up to Apple TV, click here.

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Simmey Hannifin Donaldson - F1 Editor

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