What’s at stake: October 23, 2026
What’s at stake October 23, 2026: Formula 1: United States Grand Prix; MotoGP: Australian Grand Prix; Moto2: Australian Grand Prix.
The short version: Andrea Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell by 102 points with 6 of 23 rounds remaining · Jorge Martin leads Marc Marquez by just 2 points. The tightest title fight in the paddock · Manuel Gonzalez leads Izan Guevara by just 5.5 points.
United States Grand Prix
Formula 1
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli leads George Russell by 102 points with 6 of 23 rounds remaining.
- Antonelli can clinch the title at COTA: a win on Sunday, with Russell ninth or lower and Hamilton fifth or lower, settles the championship.
- Mercedes holds first and second in the drivers' championship.
- Lewis Hamilton sits 111 points back in third, needing wins and help to re-enter the fight.
Championship standings
| Pos | Driver | Team | Pts | Wins |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Andrea Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 340 | 8 |
| 2 | George Russell | Mercedes | 238 | 3 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 229 | 1 |
| 4 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 221 | 2 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 215 | 1 |
After round 17 · Source: series data
When to watch
- Practice 1: 1:30 PM ET · Apple TV
- Practice 2: 5:00 PM ET · Apple TV
- Practice 3: 1:30 PM ET · Apple TV
- Qualifying: 5:00 PM ET · Apple TV
- United States Grand Prix: 4:00 PM ET · Apple TV
Questions fans are asking
Who leads the Formula 1 championship?
Andrea Kimi Antonelli leads with 340 points. George Russell is 102 points back in second.
Can the Formula 1 title be won at COTA?
Yes. Antonelli clinches at COTA if he wins the race, Russell finishes ninth or lower, and Hamilton finishes fifth or lower.
What time does the United States Grand Prix start?
Sun 4:00 PM ET (2026-10-25).
How can I watch the United States Grand Prix in the US?
Apple TV.
Formula 1 schedule and season · Full race guide · How to watch Formula 1
Australian Grand Prix
MotoGP
- Jorge Martin leads Marc Marquez by just 2 points. The tightest title fight in the paddock.
- A single sprint race could flip the championship lead.
- Marco Bezzecchi sits 46 points back in third, still mathematically alive.
- Phillip Island is one of the fastest, most flowing circuits on the calendar.
Championship standings
| Pos | Driver | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jorge Martin | 355 |
| 2 | Marc Marquez | 353 |
| 3 | Marco Bezzecchi | 309 |
| 4 | Ai Ogura | 259 |
| 5 | Pedro Acosta | 258 |
Source: series data
When to watch
- Practice: 7:45 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 12:00 AM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 7:10 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 7:50 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 8:15 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Sprint: 12:00 AM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Warm Up: 6:40 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Race: 11:00 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
Questions fans are asking
Who leads the MotoGP championship?
Jorge Martin leads with 355 points. Marc Marquez is just 2 points behind in second.
Can the MotoGP title be won at Phillip Island?
No. With multiple rounds remaining and only a 2-point gap, the championship will go down to the wire. But the lead could easily change hands this weekend.
What time does the Australian Grand Prix start?
Sat 11:00 PM ET (2026-10-24).
How can I watch the Australian Grand Prix in the US?
FS1 / FOX One.
MotoGP schedule and season · Full race guide · How to watch MotoGP
Australian Grand Prix
Moto2
- Manuel Gonzalez leads Izan Guevara by just 5.5 points.
- Ivan Ortola is 74 points back in third, a long shot but not eliminated.
Championship standings
| Pos | Driver | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manuel Gonzalez | 265.5 |
| 2 | Izan Guevara | 260 |
| 3 | Ivan Ortola | 191.5 |
| 4 | Daniel Holgado | 170 |
| 5 | David Alonso | 166 |
Source: series data
When to watch
- Practice: 6:50 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 11:05 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 6:25 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 10:40 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 11:05 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Race: 9:15 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
Questions fans are asking
Who leads the Moto2 championship?
Manuel Gonzalez leads with 265.5 points. Izan Guevara is 5.5 points back in second.
What time does the Moto2 race start?
Sat 9:15 PM ET (2026-10-24).
How can I watch Moto2 in the US?
FS1 / FOX One.
Australian Grand Prix
Moto3
- Maximo Quiles holds a commanding 132-point lead over David Almansa.
- Quiles is on the verge of sealing the championship.
- Brian Uriarte and Alvaro Carpe are fighting for second, separated by 12 points.
Championship standings
| Pos | Driver | Pts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maximo Quiles | 351 |
| 2 | David Almansa | 219 |
| 3 | Brian Uriarte | 203 |
| 4 | Alvaro Carpe | 191 |
| 5 | Marco Morelli | 146 |
Source: series data
When to watch
- Practice: 6:00 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 10:15 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Practice: 5:40 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 9:45 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Qualifying: 10:10 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
- Race: 8:00 PM ET · FS1, FOX One
Questions fans are asking
Who leads the Moto3 championship?
Maximo Quiles leads with 351 points, 132 clear of David Almansa in second.
Can the Moto3 title be won at Phillip Island?
Quiles is in a dominant position. With a 132-point cushion, he needs only a handful of points to put the title mathematically out of reach.
What time does the Moto3 race start?
Sat 8:00 PM ET (2026-10-24).
How can I watch Moto3 in the US?
FS1 / FOX One.