What time is the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix and how can I watch it?

BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - MARCH 20: Charles Leclerc of Monaco driving (16) the Ferrari F1-75 leads MaxBAHRAIN, BAHRAIN - MARCH 20: Charles Leclerc of Monaco driving (16) the Ferrari F1-75 leads Max Verstappen of the Netherlands driving the (1) Oracle Red Bull Racing RB18 and the rest of the field round turn two at the start during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain at Bahrain International Circuit on March 20, 2022 in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

It's almost time for the first round of the 2023 Formula 1 championship. Here's how and when you can watch and stream the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix.

Last season saw Red Bull clinch both championships as Ferrari faltered and Mercedes had to play catch-up from the very start. But last year's Bahrain Grand Prix offered high drama when Red Bull, who looked on course to win, were hit by reliability issues and Ferrari started the season with a one-two.

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We've had three days of pre-season testing at the same venue and there's no getting past the fact that Red Bull look strong – but who knows what will happen this weekend at the Bahrain International Circuit?

Free Practice begins on Friday March 3, before qualifying on March 4 and the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix on Sunday, March 5.

Head to the RACE HUB or Scroll down for more on how and when you can watch the action, and for the start times for each session wherever you are in the world.

Race start times for the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix

How can I watch the 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix?

For details of the broadcaster in your area, click here.

You can also watch the Bahrain Grand Prix via F1 TV Pro (in selected countries only).

To view the 2023 F1 calendar, click here.