How to watch NASCAR at Indianapolis: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

The NASCAR Cup Series returns to the historic Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend for the crown jewel Brickyard 400. All three national divisions are in action, with the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series joining the Cup field at the main track while the Craftsman Truck Series and ARCA compete at the nearby IRP facility.

Championship leader Denny Hamlin heads to Indianapolis with a clear goal in mind. He seeks his first win at the speedway to round out his career Grand Slam accomplishments. The weekend also marks the final TNT Sports broadcast of the season, which includes the conclusion of the In-Season Challenge where Ryan Blaney and Todd Gilliland will battle for a one million dollar prize.

Bubba Wallace enters the event as the defending champion of the Brickyard 400. Joey Logano also arrives with momentum after his win at North Wilkesboro last weekend. Competition is high across the 39-car field, which features several notable open entries looking to secure a spot in the final 160-lap race on Sunday afternoon.

Fans can tune into the action starting with practice sessions on Friday. Qualifying takes place on Saturday, setting the grid for the main event on Sunday. The green flag waves at 2:20pm EST, with full coverage available on TNT and HBO Max for viewers across the United States. Ensure your schedule is set to catch every lap of the action from Indianapolis.