When is the F1 Spanish Grand Prix and how can I watch it?

The Formula 1 circus begins the European leg of the 2019 season at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix. 

Following Valtteri Bottas' redemptive victory last time out in Baku, the Finn has moved back into the lead of the drivers' world championship by a single point over Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton, who had to settle for second place in Azerbaijan.

Ferrari once again was left stratching its head after being unable to challenge Mercedes in qualifying or the race as it fell further adrift of its chief rival in the constructors' standings. Quick progress is needed for the Scuderia, as it returns to the venue it looked absolutely dominant at during pre-season testing. Can it recapture some of that eye-catching form in Spain?

Traditionally, Barcelona is the first race of the season where we see the introduction of major upgrades from teams up and down the pitlane, so be sure to keep an eye out for the latest development as the 2019 season hots up at the fifth round of the campaign. 

When is the Spanish Grand Prix?

The 2019 Spanish Grand Prix takes place on Sunday May 12. Cars will hit the track for the first time during FP1 and FP2 on Friday, before final practice and qualifying takes place on Saturday.

Where is the Spanish Grand Prix taking place?

The Spanish Grand Prix is held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Montmelo, Catalonia, in Spain. The track is 4.655km long and has 16 turns, with the race set to last 66 laps.

Where can I watch the Spanish Grand Prix?

The 2019 Spanish Grand Prix is being shown exclusively live on Sky Sports F1 (UK only). Below are the times.

Friday May 10

LIVE Spanish GP FP1 – 9.45am
LIVE Spanish GP FP2 – 1.45pm

Saturday May 11

LIVE Spanish GP FP3 – 10.45am
LIVE Spanish GP Qualifying – 2pm

Sunday May 12

LIVE Spanish GP Pit Lane Live – 12.30pm
LIVE Spanish GP On the Grid – 1.30pm
LIVE Spanish GP Race – 2.10pm

How else can I follow the 2019 Spanish Grand Prix?

Besides TV Coverage, Crash.net will be reporting with live text commentary from all sessions, plus the usual news, interviews and updates. Luke Smith (@LukeSmithF1) will be reporting live from the Barcelona paddock, while updates will also be posted to Crash.net’s F1 Twitter account (@CRASH_NET_F1).

Recent Spanish Grand Prix F1 Winners:

2018: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes
2017: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes
2016: Max Verstappen, Red Bull
2015: Nico Rosberg, Mercedes
2014: Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes
2013: Fernando Alonso, Ferrari
2012: Pastor Maldonado, Williams
2011: Sebastian Vettel, Red Bull
2010: Mark Webber, Red Bull
2009: Jenson Button, Brawn GP

Where can I watch Formula 1 in 2019?

ALL F1 races, qualifying and practice sessions will be shown exclusively LIVE on Sky Sports F1 in the UK during 2019 - barring the British Grand Prix, which will be dual-broadcast with Channel 4. Channel 4 will provide a comprehensive highlights package across the season.

17 March Australian Grand Prix
31 March Bahrain Grand Prix
14 April Chinese Grand Prix
28 April Azerbaijan Grand Prix
12 May Spanish Grand Prix
26 May Monaco Grand Prix
9 June Canadian Grand Prix
23 June French Grand Prix
30 June Austrian Grand Prix
14 July British Grand Prix
28 July German Grand Prix
4 August Hungarian Grand Prix
1 September Belgian Grand Prix
8 September Italian Grand Prix
22 September Singapore Grand Prix
29 September Russian Grand Prix
13 October Japanese Grand Prix
27 October Mexican Grand Prix
3 November United States Grand Prix
17 November Brazilian Grand Prix
1 December Abu Dhabi Grand Prix