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The 2025 Indianapolis 500, now in its 109th year, promises to be a memorable race, marked by controversy, outstanding streaks and a full house in the grandstands. The event, which will be contested on Sunday, May 25, is shaping up to be one of the most interesting in its more than 100-year history, with multiple storylines at stake. Expectations are high for one of the most iconic competitions in world motorsport. Find out in this article where to watch ir, the schedule, the date, the starting time, the TV channel & streaming guide of this important competion.
At the center of the controversy is Josef Newgarden, winner of the last two editions of the race. Newgarden was embroiled in controversy for technical infractions in 2024 and, more recently, during qualifying this year. His goal is to make history by becoming the first driver to win three consecutive 500 Miles, a feat never before accomplished. However, technical problems in qualifying forced him to start from the back row of the 33-car grid, a significant penalty.
Pato O’Ward, who staged a thrilling duel with Newgarden on the final lap of the 2024 race, is looking for his first victory at Indianapolis. O’Ward has been a consistent contender in the last three editions, demonstrating his ability on ovals with Arrow McLaren and coming in third in this edition. On the other hand, Alex Palou, the dominant force in the IndyCar Series, is looking for his first win on an oval, despite winning four of the five races in the 2025 IndyCar season to date and finishing second at Indianapolis in 2021.
The 2025 edition also highlights the presence of a surprise rookie, Robert Shwartzman, who earned the pole position for Prema Racing, becoming the first rookie to do so in more than 40 years. In addition, several veterans are looking to make history: Helio Castroneves, with four wins at Indianapolis, seeks his fifth to break the record; Scott Dixon could break the longest streak between wins in the race; and Takuma Sato, coming in second, aims to be the oldest winner at 48 years of age.
It's time for the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500! This weekend will be the busiest of the year for motorsports fans with the Indy 500, Monaco Grand Prix and Coca-Cola 600 all racing on the same day. | Photo by indianapolismotorspeedway.com
Where to watch the 2025 Indy 500?
In the United States, the 109th Indianapolis 500 can be seen on FOX, FOX Deportes and the FOX Sports App, but fans around the world can watch the biggest race on the planet on a number of stations, such as:
Africa and the Middle East
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| INDYCAR LIVE | Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine (West Bank), Qatar, Tunisia |
| ESPN | South Africa, Sub Saharan Africa |
| CANAL+ | Sub-Saharan Africa |
Asia and Pacific Rim
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| INDYCAR LIVE | Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brunel, Cambodia, East Timor, Guam, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Israel, Laos, Macao, Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Fiji, Kiribati, Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Samoa, Soloman Islands, Tona, Tuvalu, Vanuatu |
| Gaora Sports | Japan |
| CANAL+ | Myanmar |
| K+ | Vietnam |
Australia and New Zealand
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| Stan. Sport | Australia |
| Sky Sport | New Zealand |
US & Canada
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| FOX, Fox Sports 1, Fox Sports 2, INDYCAR App powered by NTT DATA | United States |
| TSN, TSN+ | Canada |
Europe
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| INDYCAR LIVE | Albania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Cyprus Greece, Malta, Romania, Slovakia |
| VOO Sport World | Belgium |
| CANAL+ | Sub-Saharan Africa |
| Viaplay |
Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, Iceland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania |
| Canal+ | , Monaco, Switzerland, Andorra |
| Motor+Vision | , Austria, Switzerland |
| Arena 4 | Hungary |
| Sky Sports F1 | United Kingdom, Ireland, Northen Ireland, Channel Islands |
| Sky Sports | , Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Lichtenstein |
| Sky | Italy, San Marino, Vatican City |
| Sport TV | Portugal |
| M Movistar+ | Spain, Andorra |
| #Vamos | #Vamos – Spain, Andorra (Indy 500 Only) |
| Ziggo Sport | The Netherlands |
| S Sport | Turkey, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Romania, Latvia, Estonia, Lithuania, C.I.S. |
South America, Central America and Caribbean
| TV STATION / STREAMING PLATFORM | COUNTRY |
|---|---|
| ESPN | Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Uruguay, Venezuela |
| INDYCAR LIVE | Antigua & Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & Grenadines, Suriname, Trinidad & Tobago |
| Cultura | Brazil |
Indianapolis 500 Starting Grid
| Car number | Driver | Team | Manufacturer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83 | Robert Shwartzman (R) | Prema Racing | Chevrolet |
| 75 | Takuma Sato (W) | Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing | Honda |
| 5 | Pato O’Ward | Arrow McLaren | Chevrolet |
| 9 | Scott Dixon (W) | Chip Ganassi Racing | Honda |
| 60 | Felix Rosenqvist | Meyer Shank Racing | Honda |
| 10 | Alex Palou | Chip Ganassi Racing | Honda |
| 4 | David Malukas | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | Chevrolet |
| 7 | Christian Lundgaard | Arrow McLaren | Chevrolet |
| 28 | Marcus Ericsson (W) | Andretti Global | Honda |
| 3 | Scott McLaughlin | Team Penske | Chevrolet |
| 76 | Conor Daly | Juncos Hollinger Racing | Chevrolet |
| 20 | Alexander Rossi (W) | Ed Carpenter Racing | Chevrolet |
| 8 | Kyffin Simpson | Chip Ganassi Racing | Honda |
| 33 | Ed Carpenter | Ed Carpenter Racing | Chevrolet |
| 14 | Santino Ferrucci | A.J. Foyt Enterprises | Chevrolet |
| 30 | Devlin Desco | Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing | Honda |
| 77 | Sting Ray Robb | Juncos Hollinger Racing | Chevrolet |
| 21 | Christian Rasmussen | Ed Carpenter Racing | Chevrolet |
| 17 | Kyle Larson | Arrow McLaren | Chevrolet |
| 45 | Louis Foster (R) | Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing | Honda |
| 90 | Callum Ilott | Prema Racing | Chevrolet |
| 06 | Helio Castroneves (W) | Meyer Shank Racing | Honda |
| 27 | Kyle Kirkwood | Andretti Global | Honda |
| 6 | Nolan Siegel (R) | Arrow McLaren | Chevrolet |
| 23 | Ryan Hunter-Reay (W) | Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports | Chevrolet |
| 24 | Jack Harvey | Dreyer & Reinbold Racing/Cusick Motorsports | Chevrolet |
| 26 | Colton Herta | Andretti Global | Honda |
| 15 | Graham Rahal | Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing | Honda |
| 98 | Marco Andretti | Andretti Global | Honda |
| 66 | Marcus Armstrong | Meyer Shank Racing | Honda |
| 18 | Rinus Veekay | Dale Coyne Racing | Honda |
| 2 | Josef Newgarden (W) | Team Penske | Chevrolet |
| 12 | Will Power (W) | Team Penske | Chevrolet |
(R) = Rookie
(W) = Former winner
The Indy 500, often called the "Greatest Spectacle in Racing," will likely dominate headlines and TVs across the United States. This year's editon is officially sold out too. | Photo by indianapolismotorspeedway.com
Indianapolis 500 Race Day Schedule
Get ready to feel the adrenaline rush! The 109th running of the Indianapolis 500, presented by Gainbridge, returns home on Sunday, May 25. This iconic event, known as “The Greatest Spectacle in Motorsports,” promises unmatched energy that permeates the Indiana air and makes speed lovers proud. It’s time to connect with the rich history and excitement of motorsports at one of the world’s most legendary racetracks.
To get the most out of the Indianapolis 500, it’s essential to plan ahead and purchase your tickets. Gates at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway will open at 6:00 a.m. (Eastern Time) and remain open until 4:00 p.m., although this schedule is subject to change. It is recommended to check for open gates and grandstands for the best experience. The day will be packed with activities, starting early for the most enthusiastic fans.
The day’s program is loaded with must-see moments. At 9:00 a.m., the cars will make their way to the pits, while the traditional Borg Warner Trophy March will start its route from the IMS Museum at 8:45 a.m. Cars will be positioned on the main straight grid at 10:30 a.m., setting the stage for the driver introductions at 11:47 a.m. in the Brickyard.
Pre-race ceremonies are an essential part of IMS traditions. The National Anthem will be sung at 12:24 p.m., followed by a rousing rendition of “Back Home in Indiana” at 12:36 p.m. The highlight will come at 12:38 p.m., with the iconic “Engine Start Order” by Roger Penske. Finally, at 12:45 p.m., the green flag will mark the official start of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500.
The 109th running of the Indy 500: Date, Time, Location, TV channel & Streaming
The legendary 2025 Indy 500 race will begin on Sunday, May 25 at 12:45 p.m. ET at the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway, IN. This exciting 500-mile motorsports event unfolds over 200 laps on a track that includes 5/8-mile straightaways. Its 109th running will be broadcast on FOX and streamed live on the FOX Sports website and the FOX Sports App.
For those without cable, there are live-streaming services that carry FOX, FS1 and FS2, including YouTube TV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV and fuboTV. If you have an antenna in a good reception area, don’t worry because you can also watch INDYCAR on your local FOX station.
