Formula 1's European summer swing continues with the Austrian Grand Prix scheduled for June 26-28, live on Sky Sports. Following Lewis Hamilton's first victory for Ferrari, attention shifts to the 41-year-old as he aims to close the gap in his pursuit of a record eighth world championship.

Currently, Hamilton trails leader Kimi Antonelli by 41 points, after the 19-year-old's technical failure forced his retirement in Barcelona. This incident marks a crucial test for Antonelli, who faces his first significant adversity after a stellar start to the season.

George Russell capitalized on Antonelli's misfortune, finishing second behind Hamilton, narrowing the points gap to within 50 points of his Mercedes teammate. While Mercedes and Ferrari are favorites, McLaren shows promise for a potential win, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri eager for their first victory this season.

The Red Bull Ring, hosting its home race, adds another layer of excitement as Max Verstappen's future remains uncertain. Known as the shortest track of the year, the 2.7-mile circuit features 10 corners, with only seven requiring braking, making it conducive for overtaking, particularly with three DRS zones.

Weather conditions in Styria are expected to be sweltering, with temperatures around 30°C and a risk of electric storms, potentially complicating the race weekend.

Schedule Highlights:

• Thursday, June 25: Drivers' press conference at 2 PM.
• Friday, June 26: Austrian GP Practice One starts at 12:30 PM.
• Saturday, June 27: Austrian GP Qualifying at 3 PM.
• Sunday, June 28: Race day build-up begins at 12:30 PM, with the Grand Prix starting at 2 PM.

Viewing Options:

• Sky Sports F1: Available for Sky customers from the first practice session to the race.
• NOW: Non-Sky customers can stream the event with a Day or Month pass.

Fans can also catch live updates through the dedicated F1 blog and watch highlights shortly after the race concludes.