F1 Virtual Grand Prix: Start time, live stream, TV channel, driver line-up
F1 Esports action continues today with the Virtual Grand Prix and Express Sport is on hand with all the details you need including start time, driver line-up and how to watch the race.
The F1 Virtual Grand Prix series returns today following the success of the opening three instalments. Charles Leclerc was victorious in the previous two races and the Ferrari star is back among the driver line-up.
Leclerc is one of five current F1 drivers confirmed for the event and they will be joined by England cricket duo Ben Stokes and Stuart Broad.
Other confirmed guests include AC Milan captain Alessio Romagnoli and Norwegian rally champion Petter Solberg.
The Virtual Grand Prix series was set up to keep fans entertained amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, with this weekend’s race taking place at Brazil's Interlagos Circuit on the official F1 2019 video game.
Drivers will join the event remotely, with a host broadcast live from the Gfinity Esports Arena.
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"The last race was a great experience to understand what F1 racing is really about and I really enjoyed it," said cricketer Stokes.
"This time around I have been doing a few more Grand Prix around the track, sticking to the regulations to get used to what it’s going to be like come race day.
"I’m not saying I’m going to be any closer to the other drivers.
"But I have practised a lot better and hopefully given myself a better chance."
What time does the Virtual Grand Prix start?
The Esports event is scheduled to get underway at 6pm BST on Sunday (April 19).
How can I watch the Virtual Grand Prix?
Sky Sports will be screening live coverage of the race on its F1 channel.
But there are also several ways for fans to stream the Esports action.
The race will be broadcast live on the official Formula 1 YouTube, Twitch and Facebook channels, plus F1.com.
Additional streaming is available via Sky Sports' F1 YouTube channel, while existing Sky Sports customers can also use the Sky Go app.
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Virtual Grand Prix driver line-up so far
Charles Leclerc, Ferrari
Alex Albon, Red Bull
Ben Stokes, Red Bull
Christian Lundgaard, Renault
Petter Solberg, Renault
Stuart Broad, Toro Rosso
Alessio Romagnoli, TBC
Antonio Giovinazzi, Alfa Romeo
George Russell, Williams
Nicholas Latifi, Williams