News Summary
- There is no Formula 1 race on November 13–15, 2026, following last weekend’s São Paulo Grand Prix.
- The next round is the Las Vegas Grand Prix, taking place from November 19 to 21, with the race on Saturday evening local time.
- Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes have already secured both world championships, but the battle for second place remains open.
There is no Formula 1 race this weekend, November 13–15, 2026. The championship is taking a scheduled break following the São Paulo Grand Prix before returning to the United States for the Las Vegas Grand Prix on November 19–21.
The pause comes after a dramatic weekend at Interlagos, where Lando Norris secured victory for McLaren ahead of Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar.
Although both world championships have already been decided, several important battles remain unresolved as the season approaches its final three rounds.
The next event in Las Vegas will be followed by the Qatar Grand Prix and the season finale in Abu Dhabi.
Why is there no Formula 1 race this weekend?
Formula 1 has a scheduled weekend off between the São Paulo and Las Vegas Grands Prix.
The Brazilian round took place from November 6 to 8, while the next event begins on Thursday, November 19.
The break allows teams to prepare for the final sequence of races, which includes two events in the Middle East following Las Vegas.
The remaining championship calendar is:
| Grand Prix | Dates | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | November 19–21 | United States |
| Qatar | November 27–29 | Lusail |
| Abu Dhabi | December 4–6 | Yas Marina |
Las Vegas is unusual because its Grand Prix takes place on Saturday evening rather than Sunday local time.
For fans in the United Kingdom, India, Australia and New Zealand, however, the time difference means the race falls on Sunday.
When is the next F1 race?
The next Formula 1 race is the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Saturday, November 21, at 20:00 local time.
The race takes place at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit, a 6.201-kilometre street circuit featuring 17 corners and several long straights.
Drivers complete 50 laps, covering a race distance of approximately 310 kilometres.
The circuit is known for its long flat-out sections, heavy braking zones and relatively low temperatures during evening sessions.
Those characteristics make tyre preparation and energy deployment particularly important.
Lando Norris has already warned that Las Vegas could be extremely difficult for drivers because of the narrow operating window of the 2026 tyres.
Ferrari, meanwhile, faces questions about its tyre management following another difficult weekend in Brazil.
Las Vegas F1 race start time around the world
The Grand Prix starts at 20:00 Pacific Standard Time on Saturday, November 21.
For international audiences, the corresponding start times are:
| Country | Local race date | Start time |
|---|---|---|
| United States — Las Vegas (PST) | Saturday, Nov 21 | 20:00 |
| United States — New York (EST) | Saturday, Nov 21 | 23:00 |
| Canada — Toronto (EST) | Saturday, Nov 21 | 23:00 |
| United Kingdom (GMT) | Sunday, Nov 22 | 04:00 |
| India (IST) | Sunday, Nov 22 | 09:30 |
| Australia — Sydney (AEDT) | Sunday, Nov 22 | 15:00 |
| New Zealand — Auckland (NZDT) | Sunday, Nov 22 | 17:00 |
All times are based on the official Formula 1 schedule and are subject to change.
The time difference makes Las Vegas particularly convenient for fans in India, Australia and New Zealand, while British viewers will need to wake up early on Sunday morning.
Australian and New Zealand readers can also consult the dedicated Las Vegas race and qualifying schedule.
What happened at the last F1 race in São Paulo?
Lando Norris won the São Paulo Grand Prix after Andrea Kimi Antonelli spun while leading the race.
The McLaren driver finished 14.602 seconds ahead of Max Verstappen, who recovered from 21st on the grid to finish second.
Isack Hadjar completed the podium for Red Bull.
George Russell finished fourth, followed by Antonelli, Oscar Piastri, Liam Lawson, Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton and Pierre Gasly.
The result was particularly important for Mercedes, which secured the constructors’ championship after Antonelli had already clinched the drivers’ title in Mexico.
Norris’ victory also demonstrated McLaren’s improving competitiveness after the team introduced aerodynamic updates in Brazil.
However, the race highlighted the difficulties faced by several drivers in changing weather conditions.
Piastri, for example, finished sixth despite showing competitive pace on soft tyres. His race was compromised by traffic and the difficulty of recovering positions.
The Australian’s performance is examined in GRANDE PRÊMIO’s analysis of why Piastri finished sixth while Norris won.
What is still at stake in the 2026 F1 championship?
Although Antonelli and Mercedes have already secured the drivers’ and constructors’ titles, the battle for second place in the drivers’ championship remains unresolved.
Max Verstappen leads George Russell by 17 points after São Paulo, with Lewis Hamilton only 1 point behind the Mercedes driver.
Russell has experienced a difficult five-race sequence, scoring just 26 points compared with Verstappen’s 116.
That 90-point difference has transformed the championship battle.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has acknowledged that the team could consider how to maximise Russell’s chances during the final three races.
However, Mercedes has not confirmed any permanent policy of preferential treatment or team orders.
The situation is examined in GRANDE PRÊMIO’s F1 NÚMEROS analysis of Russell’s 90-point swing against Verstappen.
For Russell, Las Vegas represents the first opportunity to reduce the deficit.
Verstappen, meanwhile, will attempt to consolidate his position after an impressive recovery in Brazil.
What can F1 fans follow during the weekend off?
Even without a Grand Prix, teams continue preparing for Las Vegas.
Technical development, tyre strategy and the battle for second place will remain important subjects during the break.
Driver-market decisions for 2027 are another area of interest.
Liam Lawson has recently admitted that he would welcome more support from the wider Red Bull organisation as his future remains unresolved.
The New Zealander’s performances have strengthened his case for another season with Racing Bulls, but the team has not formally confirmed its complete 2027 line-up.
For fans planning their next race weekend, the most important date is Thursday, November 19, when practice begins in Las Vegas.
GRANDE PRÊMIO is following every session of the 2026 championship and the preparations for Las Vegas. Follow the latest news, analysis and race schedules in Formula 1.
