On Sunday, Formula 1 will celebrate the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, where Lando Norris has secured pole position after an exciting qualifying round against George Russell.
Norris, McLaren driver, clocked the best time with a 0.102-second advantage, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli will start from third place. Oscar Piastri will start fourth, Lewis Hamilton fifth, and Max Verstappen, in what will be his last home GP, will occupy seventh place.
The race on Sunday in Zandvoort could be influenced by track position, tire behavior, and the difficulty of overtaking on such a fast and narrow circuit. Below, we present all the necessary data before the Dutch Grand Prix.
How to follow the Dutch Grand Prix
Coverage of Formula 1 varies by region. In the United States, Apple TV is the main broadcasting partner for the 2026 season, and all sessions are available through the platform. F1 TV continues to be the global subscription service for the series’ broadcasts.
For viewers in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports is the exclusive broadcaster, providing live coverage of each session throughout the season. F1 coverage can also be followed via Sky Go or NOW, while highlights can be watched for free on Channel 4.
Schedule for the Dutch Grand Prix
Local times in Zandvoort:
- Sunday, August 23 — Dutch Grand Prix — 15:00 CEST
For viewers in the United Kingdom:
- Sunday, August 23 — Dutch Grand Prix — 14:00 BST
For viewers in the Eastern Time Zone of the United States:
- Sunday, August 23 — Dutch Grand Prix — 09:00 ET
Weather forecast for Sunday
For Sunday, cool and partly sunny weather is expected in Zandvoort, with temperatures around 20 °C when the race starts. Stable weather conditions, coupled with a low chance of rain and a light breeze of 15 km/h, may influence tire strategies and track position.
Given the difficulty of overtaking, a good start and effective tire management during the race will be crucial.
Important circuit data
Circuit: Zandvoort
Location: Zandvoort, Netherlands
Circuit type: permanent circuit
This layout, characterized by its banked curves and limited space, offers little margin for error, highlighting the importance of the starting order and driver confidence.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
