15 hours agoNew Era, No Limits: SuperSport Gears Up for the Most Transformative Formula 1 Season in History

SuperSport kicks off the revolutionary 2026Formula 1season this weekend in Melbourne, delivering unrivalled, on-the-ground coverage with anchorNqobile Kwezi. As the sport enters a new era of active aerodynamics and hybrid power units, fans across Africa can rely on SuperSport to bring them the heart of the action as Lando Norris begins his title defence against a revitalised grid. The momentum for a Formula 1 return to the African continent continues to build, with Haas driver Esteban Ocon adding his voice to the growing chorus of support.

Speaking to SuperSport ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne this weekend, Ocon expressed a sincere desire to compete on African soil. “I would absolutely love to race in Africa; that would be awesome,” Ocon told SuperSport. “To be honest, I haven’t thought about it that much because nobody has really spoken to me about it before, but it would be an amazing experience.” “I’d also love the opportunity to explore more of Africa, see the nature, and experience the continent.

I’ve actually never been to Africa before—I’ve never even been to South Africa.” Ocon highlighted the current gap in the racing calendar, noting that while the sport has successfully expanded into regions like the Middle East, Africa remains a missing piece of the global puzzle. When the conversation turned to potential venues, the Haas driver revealed his admiration for South Africa’s historicKyalami Grand Prix Circuitin Johannesburg. “I’ve watched some footage of the Grand Prix that was held there back in the day.

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It looked like an awesome circuit. Hopefully, one day we can race there again.” The long-awaited roar of high-performance engines returns this weekend as the global sporting spotlight shifts to the asphalt of the Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit. As the 2026 Formula 1 season kicks off in Australia this Sunday (08 March) , SuperSport is proud to announce its most comprehensive broadcast commitment to date, ensuring that African racing enthusiasts enjoy a front-row seat to what is arguably the most unpredictable and technologically transformative year in the history of the sport.

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