The 2026 Formula 1 season heads to Japan's legendary Suzuka Circuit for the Japanese Grand Prix from March 27-29, marking round three of the championship. Mercedes enters with momentum after back-to-back one-two finishes, with Kimi Antonelli aiming to build on his China victory against teammate George Russell. Ferrari seeks their first win since 2024, while Max Verstappen faces an uphill battle after Red Bull's slow start.

Suzuka's challenging figure-of-eight layout features iconic corners like Spoon, Degner, and 130R, testing drivers' skills across its 3.6-mile track. The circuit, owned by Honda, has hosted F1 since 1987 and is known for dramatic title-deciding races. This year's April date coincides with Japan's cherry blossom season, though temperatures will remain cool in the high teens throughout the weekend.

Sky Sports F1 provides comprehensive coverage across all three days, with practice sessions starting at 2:30am UK time and the main race at 6am Sunday. Viewers can watch via Sky TV, the Sky Sports app, or stream through NOW with no contract required. The Japanese GP also serves as the final F1 action for five weeks after Bahrain and Saudi Arabian rounds were cancelled.