Netflix and
Apple TV are joining forces to bring fans of
Formula 1 even closer in 2026.
This new season plunges viewers back into the twists, rivalries, and decisive moments of the 2025 FIA Formula 1 World Championship.
A new ecosystem
Whether they are casual viewers who discovered the sport through the series or enthusiasts following every race weekend, this collaboration opens up new possibilities for immersion. Apple TV is indeed becoming the exclusive broadcaster of F1 in the United States for the
2026 season, with full coverage including free practice, qualifying, Sprint races, and Grands Prix.
As part of this unprecedented agreement, Netflix will also broadcast, in the United States, the live coverage provided by Apple TV of the Canadian Grand Prix, allowing fans to see in real time the rivalries portrayed in Drive to Survive.
What you need to know about Season 8
Season 8 follows the 2025 championship, which marked the 75th anniversary of the pinnacle of motorsport. With the arrival of six rookies on the grid and the approach of the new technical regulations planned for 2026, the pressure is intensifying for the ten teams and twenty drivers engaged in the fight for points, podiums, and world titles.
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True to its formula, the series offers never-before-seen behind-the-scenes footage and exclusive interviews with drivers and team principals, providing a privileged look at internal tensions, line-up changes, and managerial developments. With the battle for the championship playing out until the final checkered flag, this season promises to be particularly spectacular.
Where to follow the 2026 season?
After diving behind the scenes via Drive to Survive, American viewers will be able to follow the 2026 season live on Apple TV, starting with the
Australian Grand Prix, scheduled for the weekend of March 5.
Apple TV will provide full and exclusive coverage of the championship in the United States.
In May, American fans will also have the opportunity to watch the live broadcast of the Canadian Grand Prix on Netflix, as part of this unprecedented partnership between the two platforms.
This strategic alliance marks a new step in the global media coverage of Formula 1, combining immersive storytelling and live broadcasting to further strengthen audience engagement.
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