INDYCAR and FOX Sports announced a landmark media rights deal on June 13, making FOX the exclusive broadcast home for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES and the iconic Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge starting in 2025. This new agreement significantly boosts exposure for North America’s premier open-wheel racing series, with every race in the 2025 season set to air on FOX and be available for streaming on the FOX Sports app. FOX Deportes will also offer exclusive Spanish-language coverage, with specific details to be announced later.
Unprecedented Broadcast Coverage
The partnership brings a record-breaking 19 broadcast network windows for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, including coverage of Indy 500 qualifications on both Saturday and Sunday. This makes INDYCAR the only premier motorsport in the United States to have exclusive major broadcast network coverage for all its races.
“This represents unrivaled exposure and provides an unparalleled growth opportunity for the most competitive and entertaining motorsport on the planet,” said INDYCAR CEO Mark Miles. “FOX Sports is a fully committed partner, ready to bring engaging and technically innovative coverage to millions of fans across the country while also promoting INDYCAR thoroughly across all its platforms.”
“Adding the iconic Indianapolis 500 and delivering the entire NTT INDYCAR SERIES to the FOX Sports roster fits perfectly within our model of teaming with sports’ largest events and best-in-class brands,” said FOX Sports CEO and Executive Producer Eric Shanks. “We’re honored to be the new broadcast home to ‘The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,’ an incredibly special event to everyone at FOX Sports.”
2025 Season Highlights
The 2025 NTT INDYCAR SERIES season will kick off with the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg on Sunday, March 2, and will conclude with the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix on Sunday, August 31. The 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500 presented by Gainbridge is scheduled for Sunday, May 25. Fans can view the full schedule for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES here.
On Indianapolis 500 Race Day, FOX will dedicate a five-hour broadcast window to “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing.” The Indy 500, known as the world’s largest single-day spectator sporting event, attracts over 300,000 fans annually to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Comprehensive Coverage
FOX Sports will also televise all practice and qualifying sessions for the NTT INDYCAR SERIES on FS1 and FS2. Most of the INDY NXT by Firestone races will air on FS1, with FS2 providing additional coverage for other races.
Momentum for Growth
This new deal comes amid a period of sustained growth and momentum for INDYCAR, characterized by increasing attendance, expanding commercial partnerships, and record metrics across digital platforms. The partnership with FOX Sports is expected to further elevate the visibility and popularity of INDYCAR.
Conclusion
The 2025 broadcast agreement between INDYCAR and FOX Sports marks a significant milestone for North America’s premier open-wheel racing series. With every race airing on FOX and comprehensive, multiplatform coverage of the Indianapolis 500, the deal promises to bring INDYCAR to millions of new viewers, driving unprecedented growth and engagement for the sport.
