Where to watch Valentino Rossi at Paul Ricard: TV and streaming times for GT World Challenge 2026

Valentino Rossi GT World Challenge 2026: the weekend schedule

Valentino Rossi makes his debut in the GT World Challenge Europe 2026 at the Paul Ricard circuit, the opening round of the Endurance Cup. A highly anticipated event that marks the start of the endurance season with the spectacular 6-hour night race.

The race weekend takes place between 11 and 12 April 2026, with qualifying and the race concentrated on Saturday.

Official GT World Challenge Paul Ricard 2026 times

Saturday 11 April 2026

12:05 – 13:05 → Qualifying (three sessions)

18:00 – 00:00 → Endurance race (6 Hours of Paul Ricard)

The race will start at sunset and finish at night, one of the most spectacular elements of this event.

Where to watch Valentino Rossi on TV

Live on Sky Sport

The GT World Challenge Europe 2026 will be broadcast live on Sky Sport.

Main channels:

Sky Sport F1

Sky Sport Arena (depending on the schedule)

Full coverage with:

Live race

Pre- and post-event analysis

Technical commentary

Streaming: how to follow the race online

NOW and digital platforms

The race will also be available in streaming on NOW, with access via the Sport pass.

Alternatively, free streaming is also available:

Free GT World Challenge live

Official GT World Challenge YouTube

Official championship website

All races, including the 6 Hours of Paul Ricard, are also broadcast online with international commentary and often in Italian.

Why follow the Paul Ricard race

Valentino Rossi's 2026 debut

All eyes are on Valentino Rossi, ready to start a new season in the GT World Challenge Europe with Team WRT. After positive tests, the Paul Ricard race is the first real test.

A unique race: 6 hours between day and night

The 6 Hours of Paul Ricard is one of the most unusual races on the calendar:

Start at sunset

Finish at night

Strategy and tyre management are crucial

Conclusion: times and platforms so you don't miss Rossi

Following Valentino Rossi in the GT World Challenge 2026 will be easy:

Qualifying: Saturday at 12:05

Race: Saturday at 18:00 (until midnight)

TV: Sky Sport

Streaming: NOW and the official YouTube channel

Everything is ready for one of the most anticipated events of the endurance season. And once again, with Rossi on track, all eyes will be on the number 46.