What time is the Qatar GP 2026 race?

The Qatar GP 2026 race starts at 17:00 CET. Race date: 29 November 2026.

When is the Qatar GP 2026?

The Qatar GP 2026 takes place on 27-29 November 2026. The main race is scheduled for 29 November 2026.

Where is the Qatar GP 2026 held?

The Qatar GP 2026 takes place at Lusail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar.

Does the Qatar GP 2026 have a sprint?

No, the Qatar GP 2026 is a standard race weekend without a sprint. The schedule includes three practice sessions, qualifying and the race.

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Qatar GP

Lusail International Circuit, Lusail

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Race date

29 November 2026

Start time

17:00 CET

Weekend

27-29 November 2026

The Lusail International Circuit in Qatar is a modern 5.38 km track with floodlighting for night racing. Fast, flowing corners and a long start-finish straight favour pure speed.

Track information

Session schedule

Friday

F1

Practice 1

14:30 - 15:30

F1

Practice 2

18:00 - 19:00

Saturday

F1

Practice 3

15:30 - 16:30

F1

Qualifying

19:00 - 20:00

Sunday

F1

Race

17:00

2025 Results

Pos.	Driver	Team
1	Max Verstappen	Red Bull Racing
2	Oscar Piastri	McLaren
3	Carlos Sainz	Williams
4	Lando Norris	McLaren
5	Kimi Antonelli	Mercedes
6	George Russell	Mercedes
7	Fernando Alonso	Aston Martin
8	Charles Leclerc	Ferrari
9	Liam Lawson	Racing Bulls
10	Yuki Tsunoda	Red Bull Racing

Full 2026 standings