NASCAR fans can look forward to a packed weekend of racing at Watkins Glen International in New York this August, as the official NASCAR Watkins Glen TV schedule features events from the Cup Series, Xfinity Series, Truck Series, and ARCA Menards Series. The lineup offers multiple viewing options throughout the weekend, ensuring viewers catch all the action on track and on television.
Busy Race Weekend at Watkins Glen International
The 2.45-mile road course at Watkins Glen will host drivers across several prominent racing series. As August 7–9, 2025 approaches, NASCAR enthusiasts are preparing for an exciting sequence of practices, qualifying, and high-stakes races. Many contenders, including Denny Hamlin, Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, Shane van Gisbergen, and William Byron, aim to strengthen their position in the points standings or clinch another win in upstate New York.
Comprehensive TV Schedule for NASCAR Fans
On Friday, August 7, events start with ARCA Menards Series practice and qualifying in the morning, although these sessions will not be televised. At 11:35 a.m. ET, the NASCAR Truck Series practice airs live on FS2, immediately followed by Truck Series qualifying at 12:40 p.m. ET, also on FS2. The ARCA Menards Series race will be broadcast at 2:00 p.m. ET, with the Truck Series race set for 5:00 p.m. ET on FS1. Post-race coverage is available through the NASCAR.com Press Pass.
Saturday, August 8, brings morning NASCAR Xfinity Series action, with practice and qualifying on the CW App starting at 9:30 a.m. ET. The NASCAR Cup Series takes to the track for practice at 12:05 p.m. ET and qualifying at 1:10 p.m. ET, both airing on truTV and MRN Radio. The weekend’s first major race, the Xfinity Series, is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET, broadcast on CW and MRN, followed by post-race coverage online.
On Sunday, August 9, the weekend culminates with the NASCAR Cup Series race at 2:00 p.m. ET. Fans can tune in via USA Network, HBO Max, or MRN Radio for live coverage. A post-race press pass is available on NASCAR.com for further analysis and interviews after the checkered flag.
Top Drivers and Playoff Picture Heading into Watkins Glen
Denny Hamlin currently leads with four wins, followed by closely contested spots from Kyle Larson, Christopher Bell, and Shane van Gisbergen, each with three victories. William Byron has two wins, while Chase Elliott, Ryan Blaney, Chase Briscoe, Bubba Wallace, Joey Logano, Ross Chastain, Austin Cindric, and Josh Berry have one win each. Playoff hopes are competitive, with Tyler Reddick, Alex Bowman, and Chris Buescher sitting above the cutline, and Ryan Preece, Kyle Busch, Ty Gibbs, and AJ Allmendinger fighting from below.
What This Weekend Means for NASCAR
With multiple series converging at Watkins Glen International and a diverse group of drivers vying for playoff placement, the NASCAR Watkins Glen TV schedule promises excitement for racing fans. The event not only showcases New York’s famous road course but also could play a pivotal role in shaping the playoff field as the season advances. Viewers can expect plenty of drama both on and off the track throughout this action-packed weekend.
