Dutch Grand Prix underway in Zandvoort as F1 returns from summer break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The 2026 Dutch Grand Prix is taking place today at the MASCOT Circuit Zandvoort, starting at 3:00 p.m. local time. This marks the first race back after the summer shutdown, with Mercedes and driver Kimi Antonelli leading the season. Antonelli's six Grand Prix victories have kept him at the top, while Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari has recently surpassed George Russell of Mercedes for the second position. The Dutch Grand Prix is the final standalone race of the year, with upcoming double and triple headers following the event.
- •The Dutch Grand Prix begins at 3:00 p.m. local time.
- •Kimi Antonelli leads the 2026 F1 season with six victories.
- •Lewis Hamilton has overtaken George Russell for second in the standings.
- •This is the final standalone race before upcoming double and triple headers.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — F1 free live streams: How to watch Formula 1 2026 Dutch Grand Prix without cable
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