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United StatesRound 19 · F1 Season 2026SPRINT

United States Grand Prix 2026

Circuit of The Americas · Austin, United States

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23 October – 25 October 2026

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Circuit Data

CircuitCircuit of The Americas
LocationAustin, United States
Laps56
Lap length5.513 km
Total distance308.73 km
Corners20
DRS zones2
Lap record1:36.169 (Charles Leclerc, 2019)
First F1 GP2012
Weekend typeSprint Weekend

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United States Grand Prix 2026: Preview & Race Guide

The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin is Formula 1's circuit on American soil. Designed by Hermann Tilke and opened in 2012, COTA blends some of the best corners from other circuits around the world: the blind Turn 1 at the start, the esses inspired by Maggotts-Becketts, the hairpin, and the elevation changes of the final sector combine to create a layout that demands everything from a driver.

The Austin weekend is a sprint weekend in 2026, which multiplies the action and the points at stake. Saturday's sprint race can reshape the championship picture and force teams into risky strategies. American fans, increasingly hooked on F1 thanks to Netflix's 'Drive to Survive', pack COTA's grandstands, creating a spectacular atmosphere.

Texas weather in October can be extreme, ranging from stifling heat to sudden storms that turn the race into strategic chaos. Tyre degradation at COTA is moderate, allowing for one- or two-stop strategies depending on the pace of wear.

2026 Driver Championship

Full standings →
1

Kimi Antonelli

204 pts
2

Lewis Hamilton

159 pts
3

George Russell

154 pts
4

Charles Leclerc

126 pts
5

Lando Norris

103 pts

Frequently asked questions — United States Grand Prix 2026

What time is the United States Grand Prix 2026 in the UK?

The United States Grand Prix 2026 takes place at Circuit of The Americas in Austin. The race starts at 20:00 UK time (GMT/BST). Check the session schedule on this page for the exact time of each session (Practice 1, Practice 2, Practice 3, Qualifying, and Race).

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How many laps is the United States Grand Prix 2026?

The United States Grand Prix 2026 takes place at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, a 5.513 km circuit. The race consists of 56 laps, totalling 308.73 km. The circuit features 20 corners and 2 DRS zones. The lap record belongs to Charles Leclerc with 1:36.169 (2019).

Is the United States Grand Prix 2026 a Sprint weekend?

Yes, the United States Grand Prix 2026 is a Sprint weekend. The schedule includes: Practice 1, Sprint Qualifying, Sprint Race, Qualifying and the main Race on Sunday. Sprint races are shorter (around 1/3 of full race distance) but award points to the top 8 finishers.

What circuit is the United States Grand Prix 2026 held at?

The United States Grand Prix 2026 is held at Circuit of The Americas, located in Austin, United States. The circuit is 5.513 km long with 20 corners and 2 DRS zones. The venue first hosted a Formula 1 Grand Prix in 2012.

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