The Formula 1® Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix roars into Albert Park from Friday, 6 March, setting the stage for the 2026 season, and Australian audiences will experience every defining moment live and free on 10 and 10 Streaming.

All eyes will be on Oscar Piastri. After a commanding 2025 campaign that saw him narrowly miss the championship, the Melbourne-born star returns to his home circuit with unfinished business. Can he become the first Australian to win at Albert Park in front of a sea of supporters? In round one, the moment has arrived.

Teammate and new reigning world champion Lando Norris arrives, intent on defending his title, while Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and a fiercely competitive grid are determined to strike first in what promises to be another fierce season.

10’s comprehensive coverage will be led by host Scott Mackinnon, alongside Formula 1 world champion Damon Hill, commentators Tom Clarkson and Richard Craill, and guest expert Guenther Steiner. Trackside, Tim McDonald, presenter Steph Baumgartel, and reporters Sam Power and Archie Thompson will deliver authoritative commentary, expert analysis and behind-the-scenes perspectives across the race weekend.

With live coverage across every session, Network 10 takes audiences inside the paddock and onto the grid, from the intensity of qualifying to the final charge to the chequered flag. More than a season opener, the Formula 1? Qatar Airways Australian Grand Prix defines the championship’s trajectory, and the place to watch it all is on 10.

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