United States Grand Prix 2026: How to watch, F1 race time and what Kimi Antonelli needs to win title

Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli has his first mathematical chance to secure the 2026 Formula 1 drivers' championship at the United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. If crowned, the Italian would surpass Sebastian Vettel to become the youngest champion in F1 history. However, Antonelli faces a tough task at round 18, as Mercedes teammate George Russell can prevent him from clinching the title simply by finishing in the top eight.

The 56-lap race weekend runs from October 23-25 without an F1 Sprint session. In the United Kingdom, live coverage will be broadcast exclusively on Sky Sports, with radio coverage on BBC Sport and free highlights on Channel 4. Competitors including Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc, Max Verstappen, and Lando Norris remain mathematically alive to delay Antonelli's coronation ahead of the Mexican Grand Prix.