F1 Japan GP 2026: How to Watch Suzuka Race Live on Canal+

The Formula 1 season heads to the iconic Suzuka Circuit for the third race of the 2026 season.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 7:06am

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The Formula 1 season heads to the iconic Suzuka Circuit for the third race of the 2026 season. With shifting schedules and key championship implications, this Grand Prix is already shaping up to be a pivotal moment. The race will be broadcast live on Canal+ on Sunday, March 29th, at 7:00 AM (French time). Several drivers will be looking to rebound at Suzuka, including Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri of McLaren, who were unable to start at the Shanghai Grand Prix.

Why it matters

The Japanese Grand Prix takes on added significance this year due to the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix events in April. This creates a crucial opportunity for drivers to accumulate points before the season pauses after Suzuka and resumes in Miami in early May.

The details

The Suzuka Circuit, first hosting a Grand Prix in 1987, is renowned for its demanding layout with a combination of high-speed corners and technical sections. The last Grand Prix was won by Andrea Kimi Antonelli, followed closely by his Mercedes teammate, George Russell, highlighting Mercedes' growing competitiveness and setting the stage for a potential rivalry with Ferrari on the challenging Suzuka track.

  • The Japanese Grand Prix is scheduled to begin on Sunday, March 29th.
  • The race will be broadcast live on Canal+ at 7:00 AM (French time).
  • The Formula 1 season will pause after Suzuka, resuming in Miami in early May.

The players

Lando Norris

A McLaren driver who was unable to start at the Shanghai Grand Prix.

Oscar Piastri

A McLaren driver who was unable to start at the Shanghai Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen

A driver who experienced an unexpected retirement even as in a competitive position at the last Grand Prix.

Fernando Alonso

A driver who has publicly expressed concerns about the evolving nature of Formula 1, referring to a shift towards 'a world championship of batteries.'

Andrea Kimi Antonelli

The winner of the last Grand Prix.

George Russell

The Mercedes driver who finished second in the last Grand Prix, highlighting Mercedes' growing competitiveness.

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