F1 US GRAND PRIX AUSTIN 2026 ODDS
October 23 to 25 at Circuit of the Americas. The session times in Central Time, where the championship stands, and how to trade F1 race and title contracts from Texas.
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The 2026 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix runs October 23 to 25 at Circuit of the Americas in Austin. The race starts at 3 p.m. Central on Sunday, October 25, over 56 laps. It is the first COTA race under F1's new power-unit and chassis rules. Kimi Antonelli arrives 102 points clear in the drivers' standings and could clinch the title in Austin.
TL;DR:
- 📅 Oct 23 to 25, 2026 · Race Sunday 3 p.m. CT · COTA, Austin
- 🏁 New 2026 regulations
- 💰 Trade on ProphetX, Kalshi, Polymarket US or OG (USD, CFTC-regulated)
- ✅ Available in Texas: CFTC-regulated event contracts, not sportsbooks
- 📰 Race week brief: times, title race and markets
US Grand Prix 2026 schedule (Central Time)
| Day | Session | Time (CT) |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, October 23 | Practice 1 | 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. |
| Friday, October 23 | Practice 2 | 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
| Saturday, October 24 | Practice 3 | 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. |
| Saturday, October 24 | Qualifying | 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
| Sunday, October 25 | Race (56 laps, or 120 minutes) | 3:00 p.m. |
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Last checked October 21, 2026
This is a standard weekend with no sprint. F1 Academy also races at COTA that weekend (Friday 5:50 p.m., Saturday 6:00 p.m., Sunday noon CT). Times are from Formula 1's official timetable, which says it is subject to change (checked 17 October 2026).
Where the 2026 championship stands before Austin
Drivers' standings after the Singapore Grand Prix (Formula 1 official standings, checked 17 October 2026):
| Pos | Driver | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimi Antonelli | Mercedes | 340 |
| 2 | George Russell | Mercedes | 238 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | Ferrari | 229 |
| 4 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull Racing | 221 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 215 |
| 6 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 201 |
Constructors: Mercedes 578, Ferrari 444, McLaren 339, Red Bull 332 (Crash.net, updated 11 October 2026). Crash.net notes Antonelli could win his first world title as soon as Austin. That is why the Drivers' Championship contract can move a lot this weekend.
What 2026 regulations mean for COTA odds
F1's 2026 rules cut car weight, split power delivery 50/50 between combustion and electric, and introduce active aerodynamics. The result: the pecking order reset in Melbourne and hasn't fully settled.
Where to trade the US Grand Prix
ProphetX
CFTC-regulated, sports-first exchange with peer-to-peer pricing. Trade $50, earn $75 with code TXPREDICTS. Check the app for F1 contracts on race weekend.
Kalshi
CFTC-regulated USD contracts on F1, such as the race winner and the championship, where listed. Best if you want clean dollar records (downloadable P&L statement). See how to use Kalshi from Texas.
Polymarket US
F1 contracts in US dollars on a CFTC-regulated exchange, where listed. Check the app for race-weekend markets. See how to use Polymarket from Texas.
OG
Crypto.com's event-contract app, where it lists F1. Check the app on race weekend.
Key F1 markets to watch
- Race winner: the main COTA contract. It settles on the official result.
- Podium finish (Yes/No per driver): a single-driver contract, where listed.
- Drivers' Championship: the season-long contract. With Antonelli 102 points ahead, it can move most this weekend.
- Constructors' Championship: the team contract.
- Pole position / fastest lap: smaller markets where listed.
Listings differ by app and change during the weekend. Prices move every session, so we don't type them here. Check the live price in each app before you trade.
Is F1 betting legal in Texas?
Texas has no licensed sportsbooks. F1 event contracts on CFTC-regulated exchanges such as ProphetX, Kalshi, Polymarket US and OG are available to Texans. The platforms' minimum age is 18; we recommend 21+. Full legal framework: Texas sports betting: legal alternatives.
Sources & references
- Formula 1: 2026 season calendar
- Circuit of the Americas: F1 event
- FIA: 2026 F1 Technical Regulations
- Kalshi: Formula 1 markets (opens in a new tab)
- Formula 1: FORMULA 1 MSC CRUISES UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2026 timetable, local time (checked 17 Oct 2026)
- Formula 1: 2026 Drivers' Standings (checked 17 Oct 2026)
- Crash.net: New F1 championship standings after the Singapore Grand Prix (updated 11 Oct 2026)
Pick your venue
Four CFTC-regulated exchanges that accept Texans (status in Texas: Available, as of 3 October 2026). Full comparison →
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Kalshi
CFTC-regulated event contracts: trade $25, get $25
- CFTC-regulated (USA)
- Available in Texas
- Best for: Sports, weather, politics, economics
Polymarket
Event contracts in US dollars: deposit $10, get a $25 trading bonus
- Polymarket Clearing (CFTC-regulated exchange)
- Available in Texas
- Best for: Deep liquidity, sports, politics & culture
OG (Crypto.com)
Sports event contracts on a CFTC-regulated DCM
- CFTC-regulated DCM (via Crypto.com Derivatives North America)
- Available in Texas
- Best for: Sports event contracts, mobile-first UX
Frequently asked questions
When is the 2026 US Grand Prix in Austin?
The Formula 1 United States Grand Prix runs October 23 to 25, 2026, at Circuit of the Americas in Austin. Qualifying is Saturday, October 24, at 4 p.m. CT, and the race starts Sunday, October 25, at 3 p.m. CT.
Can I bet on F1 in Texas?
Texas has no licensed sportsbooks. F1 race-winner and championship contracts are available on Kalshi and Polymarket US, both CFTC-regulated event-contract venues, and ProphetX is a CFTC-regulated sports exchange that accepts Texans.
Who are the favorites for the 2026 US Grand Prix?
We don't type prices. Kimi Antonelli leads the drivers' standings by 102 points over George Russell after Singapore. Check the live race-winner price in each app before COTA weekend.
What F1 markets does Kalshi list?
Kalshi lists F1 contracts such as the Drivers' Championship, the Constructors' Championship and race winners on some weekends. Check the app for what is open for Austin.
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