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F1 US Grand Prix 2026 race week: times, title race and markets

COTA race week: F1 session times in Central Time, Antonelli's 102-point lead, and the race and title contracts Texans can trade.

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On this page
  1. The weekend in Central Time
  2. The title race
  3. What the markets cover
  4. Where Texans can trade the race
  5. How a race contract settles
  6. Related reading

Short answer

Formula 1 is in Austin this week. The United States Grand Prix runs Friday 23 to Sunday 25 October at Circuit of the Americas, with the race at 3 p.m. Central on Sunday. Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' standings by 102 points and could clinch the title at COTA. Texans can trade race and championship contracts on ProphetX, Kalshi, Polymarket US and OG, where each app lists them.

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Last checked October 21, 2026

The weekend in Central Time

DaySessionTime (CT)
Fri 23 OctPractice 112:30 p.m.
Fri 23 OctPractice 24:00 p.m.
Sat 24 OctPractice 312:30 p.m.
Sat 24 OctQualifying4:00 p.m.
Sun 25 OctRace, 56 laps3:00 p.m.

There is no sprint this weekend. F1 says the timetable can change.

The title race

After Singapore, Antonelli has 340 points. His Mercedes teammate George Russell has 238, Lewis Hamilton 229 and Max Verstappen 221. Mercedes lead the constructors on 578, ahead of Ferrari on 444. A title can be decided in Austin, so the championship contract may move with every session.

What the markets cover

  • Race winner: a Yes/No contract on each driver.
  • Drivers' and Constructors' Championship: season-long contracts.
  • Podium, pole position: where an app lists them.

Prices change after every session, so we don't type them here. Check the live price in each app before you trade. Our full US Grand Prix guide has more detail.

Where Texans can trade the race

These apps are available to eligible Texas residents (site status: Available, as of 3 October 2026). The platforms' minimum age is 18; we recommend 21+. Trading involves risk; you can lose what you put in.

How a race contract settles

A "Yes" contract on the winner pays $1 once the official result is confirmed; the other side pays $0. Penalties can change a result after the flag, so read each market's rules for which result it uses.

Frequently asked questions

What time is the 2026 US Grand Prix?

The race starts at 3 p.m. Central on Sunday, 25 October 2026, at Circuit of the Americas. Qualifying is Saturday at 4 p.m. Central.

Can Kimi Antonelli win the title in Austin?

Yes, it is possible. He leads George Russell by 102 points after Singapore, and Crash.net says he could clinch as soon as the US Grand Prix.

Can I trade F1 from Texas?

Yes, on CFTC-regulated apps such as ProphetX, Kalshi, Polymarket US and OG, which accept eligible Texas residents.