How to watch the F1 Austrian Grand Prix today: Live stream for free
This is a weekend featuring an F1 sprint race so watch out for the different format.
Red Bull have won every grand prix this season, and are surely set to claim another constructors' championship, and to crown Max Verstappen as the F1 champion for the third year in a row.
They head home to Austria as unrivalled kings of F1. But can they be thwarted on home turf?
Lewis Hamilton and George Russell proved that Mercedes have reasons to be optimistic by sharing the podium with Verstappen last time out in Spain.
Aston Martin have had a quieter few weeks but Fernando Alonso is desperate for his 33rd career grand prix win.
Verstappen and Sergio Perez have a fight on their hands.
How to watch Austrian GP for free online
The Austrian broadcasters ORF or Servus have free Austrian Grand Prix coverage, which you can live stream on their of streaming platforms - ORF TVthek for ORF or Servus TV for Servus. Just bear in mind that the commentary will be in German, and you may need to create a free account in order to tune in.
Belgian broadcaster RTBF also has free coverage of the Austrian Grand Prix, only with French commentary. You can live stream RTBF on RTBF Auvio.
How to watch Austrian Grand Prix 2023 from anywhere
If you’re currently abroad or not in the same country as the TV streaming service you’re trying to use, you probably won’t be able to watch the Austrian Grand Prix because of geo-blocking, a technology that broadcasters use to restricts certain content to specific parts of the world. However, you can dodge geo-blocks by using a VPN, and ExpressVPN is one of the best.
ExpressVPN is an easy to use VPN that lets you change your IP address, making it look like you’re in a completely different country. It also encrypts your internet traffic to protect your privacy.
It’s compatible with most streaming devices including Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Apple TV, Xbox and PlayStation, and Android and Apple mobiles.
Austrian Grand Prix start times (UK)
Friday, June 30
Austrian Grand Prix practice - 12.30pm
Austrian Grand Prix qualifying - 4pm
Saturday, July 1
Austrian sprint shootout - 11am
Austrian sprint race - 3.30pm
Sunday, July 2
Austrian Grand Prix - 2pm
How to watch the 2023 Austrian Grand Prix on F1 TV
F1 TV is one of the best F1 streaming services, as it shows every single session and race of the season, including the Austrian Grand Prix. However, it’s not available everywhere, and the subscription price varies depending on your location.
To watch on F1 TV:
2. Connect to a server location where F1 TV is showing the Austrian Grand Prix
3. Head to the F1 site
4. Tune in to the Austrian Grand Prix
How to watch 2023 Austrian Grand Prix in the UK
Sky Sports F1 is showing every session of the Austrian Grand Prix in the UK.
With a Sky Sports subscription, you’ll be able to stream the Austrian Grand Prix online via Sky Go, and if you’re not in the UK right now you can use ExpressVPN to get around any geo-blocks.
To watch the F1 on Sky (£22 per month):
2. Connect to a server location in the UK
3. Head to Sky Go and log in
4. Enjoy the action!
How to watch 2023 Austrian Grand Prix in the US without cable
F1 fans in the US can watch the Austrian Grand Prix on ESPN’s suite of channels, and you don’t need an expensive cable package to tune in.
To watch the F1 on ESPN:
2. Connect to a server location in the U.S.
3. ESPN channels are available through Sling TV Orange (from US$17.50/month); Hulu+Live TV (from US$69.99/month), or YouTube TV ($from $54.99/month)
4. Kick back and enjoy!
How to watch 2023 Austrian Grand Prix in Australia
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