The 2024 Formula One season returns to the European swing following its brief stint in Canada this month as teams prepare to settle into the mid-stretch of the campaign at the Spanish Grand Prix following a wet and wild weekend in Montreal.
Max Verstappen has put himself firmly back on track for a fourth world title in the drivers’ championship and given Red Bull a serious boost amid a season dogged by dents against their once-imperious facade after victory across the Atlantic.
Ferrari and Charles Leclerc will be left to rue missed opportunities; however, they will be determined to strike immediately when all teams arrive at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for this latest leg of the calendar.
They will not be the only ones brimming with confidence, however, with McLaren continuing to mount a credible threat behind them and a now-resurgent Mercedes looking on the cusp of joining them after an impressive, if slightly disappointing, event in North America.
It promises to be another terrific weekend of action, but how can you ensure you see every minute of action on the track? GOAL guides you through where to watch the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix, including practice, qualification, and the race itself.
Where is the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix?
Getty ImagesThe 2024 Spanish Grand Prix will take place on Sunday, June 23rd, in the familiar surroundings of Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, located in Barcelona in the nation’s Catalonia region in Montreal, and home of the race since 1991.
Named for the region it inhabits, the circuit is into the last few years of its current deal and will hope to secure a fitting send-off before the grand prix moves to a new track built close to the Spanish capital of Madrid. The race itself has been an ever-present on the calendar since its reintroduction in 1986.
Where can I watch the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix?
Getty Images Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the 2024 Spanish 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 in various forms, and other British 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 too.
2024 Spanish Grand Prix Weekend Schedule
The 2024 Spanish Grand Prix runs over the full weekend, from Friday, June 21st, through Sunday, June 23rd. 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 | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, June 21st | Practice 1 | 12:30 (BST) | Sky Sports F1 |
| Friday, June 21st | Practice 2 | 16:00 (BST) | Sky Sports F1 |
| Saturday, June 22nd | Practice 3 | 11:30 (BST) | Sky Sports F1 |
| Saturday, June 22nd | Qualifying | 15:00 (BST) | Sky Sports F1 |
| Sunday, June 23rd | Grand Prix | 14:00 (BST) | Sky Sports F1 |
Can I watch the 2024 Spanish 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 Spanish Grand Prix.
Can I watch the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix on demand?
Getty ImagesIf you have a Sky Sports F1 subscription, you can watch back the 2024 Spanish 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 Spanish Grand Prix FAQs
Getty ImagesWhere can I watch the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix?
You can watch the 2024 Spanish Grand Prix on Sky Sports F1 and stream it through the Sky Go app.
The satellite broadcaster will show every race of the 2024 Formula One season on both its network and its streaming service.
When was the Spanish Grand Prix first held?
The Spanish Grand Prix was first held in 1913 and was added to the Formula One calendar in 1951, during the early days of the Formula One World Championship.
One of the oldest races in the world, it was won on its initial F1 bow by Alfa Romeo’s Juan Manuel Fangio. Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton hold the record for the most wins here, with six apiece, while current victor Max Verstappen has won three times.
Who are the frontrunners for the Spanish Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen is the frontrunner for the Spanish Grand Prix. The Dutchman is targeting a fourth success on this course, following triumphs in 2016, 2022, and 2023.
The Dutchman restored the shine on his season with victory in Canada last time out, but Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris and George Russell could all be credible threats to a smooth ride this time around in Barcelona.
What race follows the Spanish Grand Prix?
The next race on the 2024 Formula One season calendar after the Spanish Grand Prix is the Austrian Grand Prix, which is set to be held at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg. Max Verstappen will be the defending race victor.
The race, which started in 1963 and was first run as part of the Formula One World Championship a year later, is one of the more popular events on the European swing for many fans and drivers.