F1 Race Today: 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix start time and how to watch live and FREE

The 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix takes place at Interlagos later today (Sunday November 8) and we have all the key schedule and TV information for you.

We have an unusual grid for this afternoon's race after a host of major penalties announced by the FIA - including big grid drops for both Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

There is also the chance of wet and wild conditions once again after heavy rain disrupted Saturday's qualifying in Sao Paulo.

It should be an absolute thriller at Interlagos and we have all the important details on when the action starts, and how you can watch it live and free.

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What time does the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix start today?

The action at Interlagos gets under way at 2pm local time, which is 5pm in the UK. That is noon Eastern in the US or 9am Pacific.

Here is the time for lights out, translated to your timezone wherever you are:

What TV channel is the Brazilian Grand Prix on today?

How you can watch the race depends on where you are in the world - these are the options for all the main territories and countries:

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Can I watch the Brazilian Grand Prix for free?

Yes you can watch the Brazilian Grand Prix for free, with Channel 4 highlights being your best option in the UK.

If you are in the US, you can watch all the action live AND free by accessing the seven-day free trial offered by Apple TV. To sign up to Apple TV, click here.

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