NHRA and FOX Sports Unveil 2025 Drag Racing TV Schedule
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The NHRA and FOX Sports have recently made an exciting announcement regarding the television coverage of the upcoming 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season. This development is set to bring the thrill of drag racing to a wider audience through eight broadcasts on the FOX broadcast network. The races, including the GETTRX NHRA All-Star Callout race in Pro Stock Motorcycle, will be showcased on either FOX or FS1 during the 2025 campaign.
Opening the Season with a Bang
The 2025 NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series season kicks off from March 6-9 with the 56th annual NHRA Gatornationals at the legendary Gainesville Raceway. This event marks the beginning of an exciting season filled with high-speed action and intense competition. The Gatornationals have always been a highlight of the NHRA calendar, and with its live coverage on FOX, fans around the country will be able to witness the excitement from the comfort of their own homes.The race track at Gainesville Raceway is known for its challenging layout and fast lanes, which provide the perfect backdrop for the NHRA's top drivers to showcase their skills. The drivers will be pushing their machines to the limit as they compete for the top spot in each race. This opening event sets the tone for the rest of the season and gets fans excited about what's to come.
Highlighted Races on FOX
One of the most anticipated races on the FOX schedule is the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals from Summit Motorsports Park in Norwalk, which takes place on June 29. This race attracts some of the best drivers in the NHRA and promises to be a thrilling event. The fast-paced action and close competitions on the track are sure to keep viewers on the edge of their seats.Another special showing is the Mission #2Fast2Tasty NHRA Challenge from Sonoma Raceway on July 26. Sonoma Raceway offers a unique track layout that adds an extra element of excitement to the races. The drivers will have to navigate through the twists and turns while maintaining their speed and control. This special broadcast on FOX will give fans a chance to see the NHRA in a different setting and experience the thrill of drag racing in a new environment.The Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals from Brainerd International Raceway on August 17 is also set to air on FOX. Brainerd Raceway is known for its challenging conditions and unpredictable weather, which makes each race a unique challenge for the drivers. The live coverage on FOX will allow fans to follow the action as the drivers battle it out for the top spot and try to secure their place in the playoffs.
Biggest Drag Race and All-Star Callouts
The prestigious 71st annual Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals, which takes place from August 27 to September 1 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park, is one of the biggest events in NHRA history. This event features eliminations on FOX on Labor Day, Monday, September 1 from the Big Go. The NHRA Funny Car All-Star Callout will also air on FOX on Sunday, August 31, ensuring two days of coverage on FOX for NHRA's biggest event. The eliminations will receive five hours of coverage on Monday, starting with two hours (12-2 p.m. ET) on FS1 before moving to FOX.The GETTRX NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle All-Star Callout will receive a special Saturday broadcast on FS1 at 9:30 p.m. ET on July 26. This event showcases the skills of the Pro Stock Motorcycle riders and adds another exciting dimension to the NHRA schedule.
Long-Term Partnership and Innovations
The NHRA and FOX's relationship began in 2016, and in 2021, they announced a multiyear extension of their agreement. This extension includes expanded coverage, the NFL adjacent event during the Countdown to the Championship, and extensive finals coverage at the Cornwell Quality Tools NHRA U.S. Nationals over Labor Day Weekend each year. The partnership has also led to numerous innovations on the broadcast in recent years, with the NHRA on FOX team collecting numerous Telly awards in 2024.These innovations have enhanced the viewing experience for fans and have helped to grow the popularity of drag racing. The combination of FOX's extensive broadcasting network and the NHRA's high-energy races has created a winning formula that attracts viewers from all over the world.For more information, visit NHRA.com. Click here for all the latest Drag Racing news. Click here to see all the TV and Live-Stream Racing Listings on Cycle News.