What is the start time for 2026 F1 Chinese Grand Prix Sprint?
George Russell will lead the field to green for the first time in the F1 Sprint format following a commanding qualifying performance at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Russell has topped every session thus far in Shanghai as he looks to add to his win in the Australian GP with the Chinese GP Sprint success.
The race will be one-third of the grand prix, meaning 19 laps will decide the Sprint, with Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton on the second row and Max Verstappen down in eighth.
Check out the start time for the 2026 F1 Chinese Grand Prix Sprint below, with the start time automatically adjusted to your timezone!
F1 schedule Chinese GP
| Session | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Free practice 1 | Friday 13 March | - |
| Sprint qualifying | Friday 13 March | - |
| Sprint race | Saturday 14 March | - |
| Qualifying | Saturday 14 March | - |
| Race | Sunday 15 March | - |
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