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Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, United Arab Emirates
Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, United Arab EmiratesAbu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026 - Where to Watch in South Africa
Official practice, qualifying, and race times for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, United Arab Emirates.
The fixture
Why it matters
The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix closes the 2026 Formula 1 season at Yas Marina Circuit under the Gulf lights. This LeagueSports fixture page covers race start in SAST, why the season finale still packs South African sports bars, and how to plan an afternoon watch with friends who want every title twist. Follow the race, check screening venues as they publish, and share the link so your crew is ready for the last lights out of the year.
Local angle
Where it lands
Yas Marina starts at 15:00 SAST, so Joburg season-finale fans in Sandton often claim afternoon booths for the last race. Cape Town crews can gather for a mid-afternoon title-decider vibe without late-night plans. Follow this fixture, use the Joburg F1 watch guide, and wait for real screening rows before you promise a venue.
Formula 1 weekend
Practice, qualifying & race
FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2026. Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, United Arab Emirates · Race Sun, 06 Dec · 15:00 SAST.
Friday, 04 December
- Upcoming
Practice 1
Fri, 04 Dec · 11:30 SAST
- Upcoming
Practice 2
Fri, 04 Dec · 15:00 SAST
Saturday, 05 December
- Upcoming
Practice 3
Sat, 05 Dec · 12:30 SAST
- Upcoming
Qualifying
Sat, 05 Dec · 16:00 SAST
Sunday, 06 December
- Upcoming
Race
Sun, 06 Dec · 15:00 SAST
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Frequently asked questions
What time does the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix start in South Africa?
Race start is listed as 15:00 SAST on 6 December 2026 (13:00 UTC). Confirm the full weekend schedule on race week as practice and qualifying slots can shift.
Where can I watch the Abu Dhabi GP in Joburg?
Use Find where to watch on this page once venues list the race. The LeagueSports F1 guide for Johannesburg is the best shortlist while bars publish their screens.
Should I follow the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on LeagueSports?
Yes. Following keeps the Yas Marina race start and any Joburg screening venues on one LeagueSports page through the weekend.
How do I find a Joburg bar showing F1 Abu Dhabi?
Open this fixture first, then shortlist from the Joburg F1 watch guide. Only commit once a venue shows the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix on its upcoming screenings list.