FORMULA 1 PROGRAMME: MEET THE DRIVERS 2026

Experience the F1 Stars Up Close

The biggest, fastest and most exciting stars in motorsport are coming to Austria, Styria and Spielberg to meet their fans! During this year’s Formula 1 weekend, all of them will take part in the popular “Meet the Drivers” sessions in the F1 Fan Zone.

After travelling the globe, the stars of motorsport’s premier class arrive in Austria’s Murtal region from Thursday onwards. Fans can experience them up close on the event stage in the F1 Fan Zone, located behind the Niki Lauda Corner (T1) at the Red Bull Ring. The sessions take place from Thursday to Saturday.

Formula 2, Formula 3 and Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup

The “Meet the Drivers” programme kicks off on Thursday with appearances by drivers from Formula 2, Formula 3 and the Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup, alongside race engineers, mechanics and personal trainers. In addition, the Red Bull Ring will host a panel discussion focusing on women in motorsport.

World Championship Stars – Drivers and Team Principals

On Friday, the spotlight turns to Formula 1 as drivers and team principals join fans live on stage. Expect entertaining stories, fascinating insights and exciting anecdotes from the paddock. There will also be giveaways, fun challenges and, in many cases, opportunities for autographs and selfies.

World Championship Stars – Part Two

As the Red Bull Ring welcomes all 22 Formula 1 drivers throughout the weekend, a second Formula 1 session follows on Saturday. Among the guests will be Red Bull Racing Strategy Engineer Hannah Schmitz, offering further behind-the-scenes insights into the world of Formula 1.

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