The 2024 Formula One season takes in the final race of the midseason before the summer break this weekend when teams head to the iconic surroundings of the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps for the Belgian Grand Prix.
A fascinating pair of weekends in Britain and Hungary continue to upend a script that had once looked like another cakewalk to the World Drivers’ Championship title for Max Verstappen and Red Bull. Still, the Dutchman has now gone three races without a victory.
In the interim period, Mercedes have enjoyed double success, with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton both taking top spot on the podium, while McLaren cruised all the way through to a one-two finish at the Hungaroring last weekend.
However, that did not come without its own share of controversy, as Lando Norris was forced by team orders to surrender first place to Oscar Piastri, ensuring the Briton did not close the gap on Verstappen any further than he could.
Nevertheless, a victory over the Dutchman in Belgium - almost a second home race for the vocal support the latter enjoys here - could seriously help turn this term and deliver an actual title race.
It sets up a thrilling last race before teams take a month away from the track, but how can you watch it all unfold? Let GOAL guide you through where to watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix, including practice, qualification, and race.
Where is the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix?
Getty ImagesThe 2024 Belgian Grand Prix will take place on Sunday, July 28th, in the familiar surroundings of Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, known informally as Spa. It is located in the Wallonia region of Belgium, in the south of the country.
First held in 1925 and added to the Formula One calendar in 1950, it is one of the most popular races on the calendar. However, it has been absent for a handful of years due to a number of standoffs, including advertising laws and the Suez Crisis. The race has also been held at circuits in Nivelles and Zolder but has been permanently held at Spa since 1985.
Where can I watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix?
Getty ImagesViewers in the United Kingdom can watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix through Sky Sports F1. This includes the main race itself and additional coverage of practice sessions and qualifying periods throughout the weekend, offering round-the-clock coverage from Friday through Sunday.
While Sky Sports F1 is not available on linear television, the service’s sports package will include the channel among varied forms, while other services, such as NOW TV, may also carry it for a surcharge.
To sign up for Sky Sports F1, visit the satellite provider’s website and follow the set-up instructions to purchase or activate your account. Prices typically start from £20.00 per month, on top of a regular Sky subscription cost.
2024 Belgian Grand Prix Weekend Schedule
The 2024 Belgian Grand Prix runs over the whole weekend, from Friday, July 26th, through Sunday, July 28th. Practice, qualifying, and the race itself are spread out over three days.
Below, you can find the timings for each practice session, qualifying, and the Grand Prix, as well as which channel to watch them on:
| Date | Phase | Time (BST) | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, July 26th | Practice 1 | 12:30 pm | Sky Sports F1 |
| Friday, July 26th | Practice 2 | 16:00 pm | Sky Sports F1 |
| Saturday, July 27th | Practice 3 | 11:30 am | Sky Sports F1 |
| Saturday, July 27th | Qualifying | 15:00 pm | Sky Sports F1 |
| Sunday, July 28th | Grand Prix | 14:00 pm | Sky Sports F1 |
Can I watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix on F1 TV?
Getty ImagesF1 TV is the over-the-top streaming package operated by Formula One Management (FOM), the provider of the world feed for F1 broadcasts throughout each season. The service offers commercial-free coverage of all races as part of a single package.
Due to rights deals, F1 TV is limited to which countries it is allowed to operate in. The service is unavailable in the United Kingdom, meaning fans hoping to use it would need a VPN to access it and watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix.
Can I watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix on demand?
Getty ImagesIf you have a Sky Sports F1 subscription, you can watch back the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix on demand after the race has finished through the channel’s digital and online options.
The Sky Go app, for mobile devices and personal tablets, will allow viewers to watch the race in full, while those with a Sky+ subscription will also be able to record the game and catch it retroactively.
Additionally, those with NOW TV will be able to effectively draw upon the Sky Sports F1 coverage, too, though their ability to access on-demand replay broadcasts will be limited due to the nature of the package.
2024 Belgian Grand Prix FAQs
Getty ImagesWhere can I watch the 2024 Belgian Grand Prix?
You can watch the 2024 Austrian Grand Prix on Sky Sports F1 and stream it through the Sky Go app.
The satellite broadcaster will show every 2024 Formula One season race on its network and streaming service.
When was the Belgian Grand Prix first held?
The Belgian Grand Prix was first held in 1925 and was added to the Formula One calendar in 1950.
It is near-ever-present in Formula One, though it last vanished from the schedule in 2006 due to refurbishments at the circuit. Michael Schumacher, the most decorated driver here, claimed six historic victories in the event.
A win for Max Verstappen will take the Red Bull man to four wins here, level with old rival Lewis Hamilton, who holds the best record among current drivers.
Who are the frontrunners for the Belgian Grand Prix?
For the first time this season, Max Verstappen is arguably not the frontrunner for the Belgian Grand Prix. The Dutchman has failed to win in his past three races, taking just one podium finish.
Lando Norris, who romped to a massive lead over McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri following the latter’s mixed pit strategy, was forced to give back the top spot close to the end of the Hungarian Grand Prix. Still, the Briton’s terrific pace arguably puts him at the front of the pack.
What race follows the Belgian Grand Prix?
The next race on the 2024 Formula One season calendar after the Belgian Grand Prix is the Dutch Grand Prix, which will be held at the Circuit Zandvoort in Zandvoort. Max Verstappen is the defending victor at his home race.
The event will be immensely popular for the world champion, and if he cannot restore himself to top form in Belgium, it will be seen as a pivotal test of his frontrunner credentials in a field that is slowly closing in on his excellence.