How to follow Dutch Grand Prix on the BBC
The Dutch Grand Prix is leaving the Formula 1 calendar after the 2026 season
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Following the summer break, the Formula 1 season returns with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort from 29-31 August.
Oscar Piastri leads the drivers' championship by nine points from McLaren team-mate Lando Norris following the Briton's victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix last time out.
In the constructors' standings, leaders McLaren are ahead of Ferrari by 299 points, while Mercedes in third are only 24 points behind the Italian team in the race for second.
Sunday's grand prix starts at 14:00 BST.
Session start times and BBC coverage
Commentary of the race will be on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds, the BBC Sport website and app and most smart speakers.
Make sure to download the Chequered Flag podcast, which previews and reviews every race of the season.
All times BST
Friday, 29 August
First practice: 11:30-12:30 (BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and smart speakers)
Second practice: 15:00-16:00 (BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and smart speakers)
Saturday, 30 August
Third practice: 10:30-11:30 (BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and smart speakers)
Qualifying: 14:00-15:00 (Sports Extra 2 only available on BBC Sounds and smart speakers, just say 'play Sports Extra 2')
Sunday, 31 August
Race: 14:00 (BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra, BBC Sounds and smart speakers)
What is the Zandvoort weather forecast?
McLaren's Lando Norris, who took victory in Hungary last time out, beat Max Verstappen by 22 seconds to win at Zandvoort 12 months ago
It looks like the first race back after the summer shutdown will be a wet one, with the early forecast predicting rain across the weekend.
Friday's practice sessions could have light rain and a moderate breeze, with Saturday following a similar pattern. The temperature on both days is expected to be between 18C and 19C.
For Sunday's 72-lap race, more light rain, a fresh breeze and a high of 18C is forecast.