The 2026 Formula 1 season heads to the iconic Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya for the Spanish Grand Prix on 9 May 2026. According to Forbes, the race will kick off at 12:00 pm Indian Standard Time (IST), which translates to 6:30 am GMT and 2:00 am local time in Madrid (UTC+2). The weekend will also feature the traditional Friday practice sessions and Saturday qualifying, giving fans a full slate of on‑track action.
For Indian viewers, the easiest way to watch the Spanish Grand Prix live is via the FanCode streaming platform, which holds the official F1 broadcast rights for the sub‑continent. FanCode will stream all three days of the weekend – practice, qualifying and the race – in high definition, with commentary in English and Hindi. A subscription costs INR 199 per month, and a pay‑per‑view option is also available for those who prefer a one‑off purchase.In addition to FanCode, the race will be available on the official Formula 1 app for subscribers of the F1 TV Pro package, which offers live timing data, onboard cameras and team radio feeds. The app synchronises with local time zones, so Indian fans can set a reminder for the 12:00 pm IST start and receive push notifications when the lights go out.
For those who prefer traditional TV, the race will be simulcast on the Star Sports network, which has a partnership with FanCode for delayed highlights and post‑race analysis. The network typically airs a one‑hour pre‑race show featuring expert pundits, many of whom are former Indian drivers and engineers, providing a local perspective on the championship battle.
For India: Mark your calendars for 9 May and set an alarm for 12:00 pm IST. Whether you stream via FanCode, watch on Star Sports, or use the F1 TV Pro app, you’ll be able to follow the action from the first lap to the checkered flag. The Spanish Grand Prix often serves as a barometer for the mid‑season form of teams, making it a must‑watch event for anyone tracking the 2026 title fight.
Source: Forbes
