Few sports capture the exhilaration of nations like Formula One. From blistering battles down the straight to canny moves in the corners, the biggest motorsport carnival in the world is back again for another thrilling 2024 season.
Three-time world champion Max Verstappen is in the box seat to continue his unprecedented dominance of the field, but with plenty of others lining up on the grid - from team-mate Sergio Perez to great rivals Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton - there will be no shortage of drama throughout.
But just how can you tune in to catch all the action from across the globe this year? Below, GOAL guides you through your viewing options for another thrilling year of F1 in 2024.
What is the next round of the 2024 Formula One season?
The Italy Grand Prix is the next round of the 2024 Formula One season, and all teams will travel to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix track. The track is often referred to as 'Imola' after the town in which it's located. it was added to the race calendar during the pandemic as a one-off, but since a contract has been signed for the track to host the Italy Grand Prix up until 202
Lando Norris gained his maiden pole in Miami after racing in his 110th Grand Prix. Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who has been in pole position four times this season, just couldn't match the Brit's speed as he's looking to build on his fourth successive drivers' title on course. Elsewhere on the grid, Ferrari got themselves back on the podium in Miami, having missed out on a podium finish for the first time this season back in China.
Recently, the F1 CEO said that one of the two Italy Grand Prix would be unlikely to remain on the calendar after 2025. Speaking to La Repubblica, he said: "Italy is a central part of our calendar. But we will soon have to address together the amount of resources to invest as a country."
"The uniqueness of a grand prix is no longer enough. We need to make a change of pace with the infrastructure for the fans."
How to watch the 2024 Italy Grand Prix
Viewers in the United States can watch the 2024 Italy Grand Prix through ESPN. That includes the main race, though additional coverage of practice sessions, the spring race, and qualifying periods across the weekend are on ESPN+, offering round-the-clock coverage from Friday through Sunday.
ESPN+ will have everything you need to relax and enjoy a weekend of F1 live from Miami. Plans for ESPN+ start at $10.99/month, with the most expensive monthly subscription being the Disney Bundle Trio at $14.99/month. A discounted annual subscription is also available.
2024 Formula 1 season schedule
| Round | Race | Dates | Results |
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| Round 1 | Bahrain | Feb 29 - Mar 2 |
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| Round 2 | Saudi Arabia | Mar 7 - 9 |
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| Round 3 | Australia | Mar 22 - 24 |
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| Round 4 | Japan | Apr 5 - 7 |
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| Round 5 | China | Apr 19 - 21 |
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| Round 6 | Miami | May 3 - 5 |
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| Round 7 | Italy | May 17 - 19 | |
| Round 8 | Monaco | May 24 - 26 | |
| Round 9 | Canada | Jun 7 - 9 | |
| Round 10 | Spain | Jun 21 - 23 | |
| Round 11 | Austria | Jun 28 - 30 | |
| Round 12 | Great Britain | Jul 5 - 7 | |
| Round 13 | Hungary | Jul 19 - 21 | |
| Round 14 | Belgium | Jul 26 - 28 | |
| Round 15 | Netherlands | Aug 23 - 25 | |
| Round 16 | Italy | Aug 30 - Sep 1 | |
| Round 17 | Azerbaijan | Sep 13 - 15 | |
| Round 18 | Singapore | Sep 20 - 22 | |
| Round 19 | United States | Oct 18 - 20 | |
| Round 20 | Mexico | Oct 25 - 27 | |
| Round 21 | Brazil | Nov 1 - 3 | |
| Round 22 | United States | Nov 21 - 23 | |
| Round 23 | Qatar | Nov 29 - Oct 1 | |
| Round 24 | Abu Dhabi | Dec 6 - 8 |
What TV channels show F1 on US TV?
Essential channels: ESPN, ESPN+, ESPNU, ESPNEWS, ABC
To watch every Sunday race throughout the F1 season requires ESPN and ESPN+. Races are also simulcast over ABC occasionally. However, most local channels won't have much to offer.
For full race weekend coverage, including practice sessions, qualifying and sprints, you'll also require ESPNU and ESPNEWS.