Formula 1, otherwise known as F1, is the highest-class car-racing category in the world. F1 is widely considered to be highly prestigious and is one of the most popular sports around the globe. Every F1 season consists of a series of races, Grand Prix, in which open-wheel cars race around both permanently built tracks and closed public streets. What makes F1 so exciting and popular is the extremely high speeds at which racers drive. F1 is so fast, in fact, that it is highly dangerous for drivers, although safety measures continue to increase and be implemented within the world of racing. Every race is incredibly fast and thrilling – for both drivers and fans alike. F1 is also beloved because drivers come from all over the world, and the 20 race season occurs all over the globe. If you’re looking to join the international fan base and watch Formula 1, you might be wondering where to look and how to stream this high octane content safely. We’ve got you covered.
Where to Stream Formula 1
Your go-to methods of streaming might not be the best avenues for watching F1, because no streaming service owns the exclusive rights. That said, you can always find Formula 1 via ESPN, which can be accessed through a handful of streaming services:
SlingTV
A great option for watching F1 online is Sling TV, which is a popular alternative to cable. SlingTV offers several packages, the most basic of which is called Sling Orange. Sling Orange is a $35 per month package that includes 35 different channels, ranging from Food Network to IFC. The package also includes ESPN and ESPN 2, so all your F1 live stream needs are covered. There’s also no long-term contract, and you can cancel at any time. Once you subscribe to Sling, you can watch from any streaming device.
Hulu
Adding on to a current Hulu subscription is another great option for watching F1 content. Look no further than their newest Hulu + Live TV package. Hulu + Live TV is a comprehensive bundle of 75 channels, which includes Fox Sports, ESPN+ and Disney+. You can access the entire catalog for $69.99 a month. Not only are you getting access to live F1 races but also so many other channels for the price of a few channels on their own.
F1 TV
For the truly devoted Formula 1 fans, look no further than F1 TV, the official paid streaming service of the Formula One Federation (FIA). F1 TV brings you live streams along with plenty of other features like drive team radio, replays, real-time commentary, and other stats. Depending on your plan, you can also access past races you may have missed. You can get all the F1 content you want for only $9.99 a month.
FuboTV
FuboTV is another great option to watch your favorite channels and live sports without paying for cable. Depending on where you live, FuboTV offers hundreds of channels, television shows, and movies. FuboTV is also great for streaming Formula 1, because they are known for their sports-forward catalog of channels, including ESPN. Their basic plan starts at $69.99 a month.
TV Service Providers
If you have a subscription with TV providers such as Xfinity, Spectrum, Fios, Cox Contour TV, etc., you will have direct access to ESPN and ESPN2 to watch the races. With this option you can watch on your TV or download the ESPN app then log in with your TV provider credentials to stream on the go.
Free Options
If you’re looking to stream F1 in a very cost-conscious way, you have a few options. F1 TV and FuboTV both offer free seven day trials. You can also take advantage of DirecTV’s free trial, which will grant you access to live ESPN streams but only for five days. If you already have access to an Amazon Fire Stick or Youtube TV, you can also stream there.
When to Watch
Now that you’re set up with how and where to watch F1, you’ll need to know when the races are scheduled. There are 22 races in the 2022 calendar year, many of which have already taken place. Here are the upcoming races:
- October 2nd, 2022: Singapore (Singapore)
- October 9th, 2022: Japan (Suzuka)
- October 23rd, 2022: USA (Austin)
- October 30th, 2022: Mexico (Mexico City)
- November 13th, 2022: Brazil (Sao Paulo)
- November 20th, 2022: United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi)
So far, Charles Leclerc, who is currently racing for Ferrari, and Max Verstappen, who competes under the Dutch flag with Red Bull Racing, have been running away with the wins. Tune into the upcoming races to see if their winning streaks continue.
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