Where to Watch and Who is Commentating on the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix
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Where to Watch and Who is Commentating on the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix
The 2026 Belgian Grand Prix takes shape at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit on Sunday, 19 July, with the race starting at 14:00 UK time. For British viewers, the live race coverage is exclusively available on Sky Sports F1, while free-to-air highlights will be broadcast on Channel 4 (via All4 for geo-restricted streaming) later in the day [7]. Global fans can access every session live via F1 TV, which also offers expanded regional features and the world feed [4].
The UK highlights on Channel 4 are led by presenter Steve Jones, a veteran of motorsport broadcasting known for his extensive coverage of Formula 1 and other racing series. The main commentary is delivered by Alex Jacques, who has rapidly established himself as a leading voice in F1 commentary, recently taking on the lead role alongside former driver Jolyon Palmer as co-commentator [2][4]. Palmer, a Racing Point and Renault driver, brings sharp tactical insight from his time on the grid. The punditry panel features Billy Monger, the inspiring double-amputee driver who made a remarkable return to single-seater racing after a career-threatening crash in 2017, and Alice Powell, a former W Series race winner and now a respected analyst with deep technical knowledge [2][4].
For radio enthusiasts, BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra offers its own dense commentary lineup, with Harry Benjamin as main commentator and ex-F2 driver Sam Bird as co-commentator. The punditry is provided by Andrew Benson, BBC Sport's long-standing F1 correspondent whose paddock reporting is a staple of British motorsport coverage [6].
On F1 TV, the world feed presents a globally recognised team. Presenter Laura Winter anchors the broadcast, joined by new addition Juan Pablo Montoya, a seven-time Formula 1 race winner who joins the team in 2026 [2][4]. The commentary team remains Alex Jacques and Jolyon Palmer, supported by pundits including three-time F1 world champion David Coulthard, former W Series champion Alice Powell, and European Le Mans Series champion Alex Brundle [2][4]. Technical analysis is provided by Sam Collins, while Chris Medland serves as the paddock reporter, delivering real-time updates from the heart of the grid [2][4].
In the UK, Sky Sports F1 continues its exclusive live rights, with pundit Karun Chandhok providing expert analysis. Chandhok, a former Lotus and HRT driver, has been a key feature on Sky since 2012 and frequently appears on the 'Sky Pad' for clip-based technical breakdowns [6][9]. His presence adds historical depth and engineering insight to the Sky broadcast.
The race itself saw a thrilling finish at Spa, with Kimi Antonelli claiming victory for Mercedes, finishing just 0.317 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen, while Lando Norris secured third place in a closely contested podium [3]. As fans gear up for the post-race press conference featuring the top three finishers, the broadcast teams across Sky, BBC, Channel 4, and F1 TV will deliver comprehensive coverage of the event's key moments [11].
For those interested in the broader context of F1 broadcasting rights and presenter line-ups globally, Wikipedia's list of Formula One broadcasters offers a detailed overview of how coverage varies by region and platform.
Article generated: 19 July 2026, 02:01 GMT