F1 Qualifying Today: Chinese Grand Prix 2026 start times, schedule, TV channel and FREE live stream

The F1 grid will take to the Shanghai International Circuit once again for main race qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.

Mercedes proved to be quickest again in China on Friday, after they locked out the front row of the grid for Saturday's sprint.

George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will once again be hoping to maintain their healthy advantage over rivals Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull during Saturday's qualifying.

Can the likes of Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris disrupt the Mercedes party? Or will they only increase their qualifying advantage in Shanghai?

Here's how to watch qualifying and what time it's on wherever you are in the world.

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F1 Qualifying Times - 2026 Chinese Grand Prix

Find the qualifying start time converted to your local time zone below:

Chinese Grand Prix 2026 Session Times

Qualifying - Saturday, March 14, 2026

How to watch the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix qualifying live on TV today

Broadcast details vary depending on your location. Check below to see how to tune in for some major countries:

Where to watch: F1 2026 broadcasters by region

* F1 fans in the US can access a 7-day free trial to the coverage on Apple TV, which now has rights instead of ESPN from 2026 onwards.

F1TV Pro also carries coverage of the sport, depending on which territory you are in.

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