Are you an F1 fan looking for a way to watch the latest F1 2024-25 race on your Sharp Smart TV? We have some exciting news for you then! You can watch all F1 live races and replays right on your Sharp TV, thanks to the ESPN app, which is available for download on all operating systems running on Sharp TV.
ESPN+, with its huge archives and exclusive content, is a great place to quench your thirst for F1 events and races. ESPN+ is the perfect application and your one-stop destination for everything related to F1 performances.
Let’s not waste any time and install the ESPN+ app right away. Read along to learn about the installation process and the troubleshooting techniques you can try.
ESPN Compatible Sharp TV
| Sharp TV Operating System | Compatibility | Download/Streaming Possibility |
|---|---|---|
| Android TV | Yes | Google Play Store |
| Google TV | Yes | Google Play Store |
| Roku TV | Yes | Roku Channel Store |
| Aquos TV | Yes | AppsnOW/VEWD App Store |
How to Install ESPN+ on Sharp Smart TV
ESPN+ provides both monthly ($10.99) and yearly plans ($109.99). Visit their official website and sign up for the membership you want. Before we get into the installation process, ensure your Sharp TV is connected to WiFi at all times.
Sharp Android TV
1. Turn on your Sharp TV, and when the home screen is displayed, go to the Apps tab.
2. Navigate to Google Play Store and open the application.
3. Tap the Search icon, type in ESPN on the search bar, and select the app from the results shown.
4. When the app page opens, hit the Download button to initiate the process.
5. After downloading the app, launch the ESPN app and go through the activation process.
Sharp Roku TV
1. Power on your Sharp Roku TV and ensure you are connected to a stable network.
2. Hit the Home button on your Sharp Roku TV remote to bring up the options and choose Streaming Channels.
3. Tap the Search Channels option and enter ESPN in the given space.
4. Choose the ESPN app from the results to open the app page.
5. Tap on the Add Channel option and launch the app once it has been added to your Sharp TV.
6. Launch the app and activate it to access its content.
Sharp Google TV
1. Switch on your Sharp Google TV and check if the connected internet network is strong and stable.
2. When the home screen is displayed, navigate to the Search tab and click on it.
3. Enter ESPN in the search bar using the virtual keyboard provided and open the app page from the search results displayed.
4. On the app page, press the Install button and wait till the installation process is over.
5. After that, open the app and activate it to stream their content.
Sharp Aquos TV
1. Turn on your Sharp Aquos TV and connect it to the internet.
2. Press the Apps button on your Sharp TV remote to bring up the Apps screen.
3. Choose AppsNOW or VEWD App Store and hit the OK button.
4. Since there is no dedicated search option on AppsNow, you must manually search for the ESPN app using the Filter and Category option.
5. Tap on the ESPN app and press OK.
6. After that, launch the app to activate it.
Note: If you cannot find the ESPN app on AppsNow or the VEWD App Store, update your Sharp TV firmware and check if it has been added. Alternatively, try casting or screen mirroring the content.
How to Activate ESPN+ on Sharp Smart TV
After installing the app, you have to activate it on your TV to access its content.
1. After opening the app, tap the Settings icon and click the Account Information option.
2. You can either log in using your TV Provider account or ESPN+ account. Options for both will be provided.
3. If you have a TV provider subscription, click on the Provider Account option and enter your account credentials to stream F1 races.
4. On the other hand, if you have an ESPN+ subscription, click on the ESPN Account option.
5. Provide your ESPN+ account credentials if prompted, and the screen will display an Activation Code and a link.
6. On your Smartphone or tablet, open the ESPN activation site (https://www.espn.com/activate).
7. Enter the activation code displayed on your Sharp TV in the given space and tap the Continue button.
8. The TV screen will either refresh on its own, or you will have to click the Finish button to access your ESPN+ account.
9. Stream the F1 races all you want without any trouble.
Can I Cast ESPN+ on Sharp Smart TV?
Yes. ESPN+ comes with support for casting, and with a Chromecast device, you can cast it to your Sharp TV. If your TV runs low on storage space or already has the app downloaded on your Android phone, you can directly cast F1 races from your phone to your Sharp Smart TV. There is no need to download the app on your Sharp Smart TV.
Can I AirPlay ESPN+ on a Sharp Smart TV?
No, the ESPN app does not support AirPlay. Instead, you can Screen Mirror the Formula 1 race events on your Sharp TV. Even though the ESPN+ has no separate option to screen mirror, Apple users can make use of the Screen Mirroring feature on their devices. Feel free to screen mirror the races and all the other content on the app from your Apple device to your Sharp TV screen without any trouble.
How to Fix the ESPN App Not Working on Sharp Smart TV
If you have downloaded the ESPN app on your Sharp Smart TV, but the app keeps freezing or crashing all the time, try our troubleshooting techniques to resolve the problem.
- Check if your internet connection is strong and stable. Only then you will be able to stream the races without any interruption.
- Check your ESPN+ subscription status. If it has expired, renew your plan to watch the content.
- Sign out from the ESPN app and sign in to your account.
- Uninstall ESPN and restart your Sharp TV. After that, install the app again and sign in to your account.
- Update your Sharp TV to get rid of software-related bugs and glitches.
- Reset your Sharp TV and configure the TV from the beginning. Install the app and check if the issue has been resolved.
If the problem persists even after trying all the above-mentioned methods, contact the ESPN+ support team for further help.
F1 Race Schedule
| Round | Date | Grand Prix | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Feb 29-Mar 2 | GULF AIR BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX | Bahrain |
| 2 | Mar 7-9 | STC SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX | Saudi Arabia |
| 3 | Mar 22-24 | ROLEX AUSTRALIAN GRAND PRIX | Australia |
| 4 | Apr 5-7 | MSC CRUISES JAPANESE GRAND PRIX | Japan |
| 5 | Apr 19-21 | LENOVO CHINESE GRAND PRIX | China |
| 6 | May 3-5 | CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX | United States |
| 7 | May 17-19 | MSC CRUISES GRAN PREMIO DELL’EMILIA-ROMAGNA | Italy |
| 8 | May 24-26 | GRAND PRIX DE MONACO | Monaco |
| 9 | Jun 7-9 | AWS GRAND PRIX DU CANADA | Canada |
| 10 | Jun 21-23 | ARAMCO GRAN PREMIO DE ESPAÑA | Spain |
| 11 | Jun 28-30 | QATAR AIRWAYS AUSTRIAN GRAND PRIX | Austria |
| 12 | Jul 5-7 | QATAR AIRWAYS BRITISH GRAND PRIX | Great Britain |
| 13 | Jul 19-21 | HUNGARIAN GRAND PRIX | Hungary |
| 14 | Jul 26-28 | ROLEX BELGIAN GRAND PRIX | Belgium |
| 15 | Aug 23-25 | HEINEKEN DUTCH GRAND PRIX | Netherlands |
| 16 | Aug 30-Sep 1 | PIRELLI GRAN PREMIO D’ITALIA | Italy |
| 17 | Sep 13-15 | QATAR AIRWAYS AZERBAIJAN GRAND PRIX | Azerbaijan |
| 18 | Sep 20-22 | SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX | Singapore |
| 19 | Oct 18-20 | PIRELLI UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX | United States |
| 20 | Oct 25-27 | GRAN PREMIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MÉXICO | Mexico |
| 21 | Nov 1-3 | LENOVO GRANDE PRÊMIO DE SÃO PAULO | Brazil |
| 22 | Nov 21-23 | HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX | United States |
| 23 | Nov 29-Dec 1 | QATAR AIRWAYS QATAR GRAND PRIX | Qatar |
| 24 | Dec 6-8 | ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX | Abu Dhabi |
