The eagerly anticipated wait for the Monaco Grand Prix is almost over, and we’ve got all the details you need, including the UK start time.
Every year, fans count down the days to the prestigious event. The historic racetrack runs through the principality’s streets and attracts racing enthusiasts from across the globe.
Crowds watch on in awe as they take in the glitz and glamour of the city. But behind the romance of the historic occasion, stands an extremely high-level sporting fixture.
Even though the Monte Carlo circuit has come under growing criticism for its lack of overtaking, it is still a spectacle which captures the attention of fans.
On Sunday, viewers will witness the next chapter of the Max Verstappen vs Charles Leclerc rivalry unfold. After the Monegasque’s car broke down in the Spanish Grand Prix, Verstappen rocketed to the top of the Drivers’ Championship standings. But with home advantage this weekend, Leclerc will look to reclaim his, and indeed Ferrari‘s, place as number one.
Therefore, the race is bound to provide excitement from the offset and throughout, and to make sure you can catch all the action, we’ve got everything you need below.
Monaco Grand Prix UK start time and session timings
The Monte Carlo extravaganza is a must-watch for all sporting fans. And for those who need to know how they can indulge in every last second, here’s everything you’ll need.
Practice traditionally gets underway in Monaco on the Thursday before the Grand Prix. However, the procedure has changed for this season.
Here are all the timings you need for this weekend’s race (all UK times):
- First Practice – Friday, May 27, 1pm
- Second Practice – Friday, May 27, 4pm
- Third Practice – Saturday, May 28 – 12pm
- Qualifying – Saturday, May 28 – 3pm
- Race – Sunday, May 29 – 2pm
How to watch and how much does it cost?
The race is available to watch live on . The dedicated channel has borderline-exclusive live television rights in the UK for this season and the foreseeable future.
Non-subscribers can purchase a Sky Sports F1 package. This gives them unlimited access to the channel for an extra fee of £18 a month on top of their original Sky subscription. Alternatively, users can upgrade to all eight Sky Sports channels for £25 a month.
How can I watch the Monaco Grand Prix highlights?
Those who can’t watch the racing live – or do not have an active Sky Sports subscription – can tune into Channel 4 for the highlights. Their qualifying programme will commence at 10pm on Saturday, with the highlights of the Grand Prix itself broadcasting at 6:30pm on Sunday.
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