To watch SailGP in New Zealand in 2026, you mainly have three options: free- to-air TV, streaming apps, and SailGP’s own digital platforms.

TV in New Zealand (2026)

  • Three (free-to-air) shows live coverage of the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix in Auckland, with race broadcasts in the late afternoon/early evening NZ time.
  • For other SailGP events in the 2026 season, Three typically airs delayed coverage the next day around 4:30 pm.
  • Check the local TV guide for exact times around each event weekend, as SailGP race windows can shift slightly due to weather and scheduling.

Streaming in NZ

  • ThreeNow (free streaming) : All 2026 SailGP events are streamed live on ThreeNow, making it the main way to watch online in New Zealand without paying for a sports subscription.
  • Sky (rights holder) : Sky is the official NZ broadcast partner for the 2026 Rolex SailGP Championship, but they are using Three and ThreeNow as the primary free-to-air and streaming outlets for fans.
  • You may see SailGP listed inside Sky’s ecosystem (e.g., on their schedules or promotional pages), but for most viewers the practical step is simply to sign into ThreeNow on smart TV, browser, or mobile app and search “SailGP.”

SailGP app, YouTube, and geo-blocking

  • The SailGP app (iOS/Android) often carries live races and replays, plus data and onboard views.
  • However, in territories with an exclusive broadcast partner (like New Zealand), live streams in the app may be geo-blocked , so you might only get replays, highlights, or extra cameras during the NZ window.
  • YouTube and Facebook sometimes show SailGP races live in countries without an exclusive broadcaster, but where a partner exists (e.g., NZ, UK, Italy) those free global streams are often limited or blocked.
  • Because rights can change mid-season, SailGP recommends checking their official “How to Watch” page close to each event for the final, up-to-date list of options per country.

If you’re in NZ vs overseas

  • Watching from inside NZ
    • Use Three on TV for live or next-day delayed coverage depending on the event.
* Use **ThreeNow** to stream live races and watch replays.

* Use the **SailGP app** mainly for insights, data, and possibly replays, rather than relying on it for live coverage during NZ-broadcast windows.
  • Travelling abroad but want NZ coverage
    • The official guidance is that you can use a VPN to access your usual streaming services when you’re overseas, but note that this can run into terms-of-service issues, so it’s a “use at your own risk” type of workaround.
* Alternatively, if you’re in a country without an exclusive broadcaster, you may be able to watch **free live streams** via SailGP’s YouTube or the SailGP app in that region.

Quick viewing checklist

  1. On race weekend in NZ :
    • Turn on Three during the published SailGP race window (usually late afternoon/early evening).
 * Or open **ThreeNow** , search **“SailGP”** , and join the live stream.
  1. For other 2026 events (not in NZ) :
    • Watch live on ThreeNow.
 * Catch **delayed coverage on Three** the following day at around 4:30 pm.
  1. For full global info :
    • Before each event, check SailGP’s official “How to Watch” page to confirm what’s available in New Zealand that week.

Information gathered from public forums or data available on the internet and portrayed here.