How to watch the Indy 500: Live stream the 109th race online
It's Memorial Day weekend, which means it's time for one of IndyCar racing's top events. We've put together all the details on tuning into this weekend's events, including where to watch the Indy 500 and what time you can expect to see that green flag.
Each year, Indianapolis hosts some of the world's top racers for 200 laps around the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The 2.5-mile-long track has hosted the event for more than 100 years, and the traditions surrounding the event have become as iconic as the race itself, from the pre-race festivities to the celebratory milk drinking for the winner. 33 racers will take to the track, including Josef Newgarden, the two-time defending champion. No one has ever won the race three years in a row, so Newgarden is chasing history in this year's competition.
The race is no longer on NBC, so you might need to adjust your viewing options this year. Fortunately, we've outlined everything you need to know below, including how to live stream the race if you don't have cable.
What channel is the Indy 500 on?
The Indianapolis 500 will air on FOX in the US. Pre-race coverage will begin on the network at 10 a.m. ET, but official race coverage doesn't kick off until 12:30 p.m. ET. The green flag will drop at 12:45 p.m., and the race typically lasts just under three hours.
How to watch the Indy 500 in the US
There are several ways to live stream the Indy 500 in the US. FOX's standalone streaming service, FOX One, won't drop until later this year, so you'll need to subscribe to a live TV streaming service to watch the network for now. Some of our favorites include Sling TV, DirecTV, and Fubo. The network has made the race available in 4K, and all three of these options offer FOX 4K.
Sling TV is the cheapest of the bunch and the most affordable way to live stream the network at the moment. Subscriptions start at $46/month, but new users can get 50% off their first month of service. Users will need to opt for Sling Blue, which carries 40+ channels. Local channel coverage, like FOX, varies from region to region, so you should double-check your ZIP code before subscribing.
The next most affordable way to live stream FOX is through DirecTV's MySports plan. These genre-specific packs carry specific types of channels (in this case, sports) for cheaper than their signature counterparts. MySports subscriptions cost $70/month and include 25 popular sports channels and access to ESPN Plus. New users can get a five-day free trial.
Fubo also offers broad FOX live streaming in its base Pro package. Subscriptions start at $85/month for access to 150+ channels. New users can get $20 off their first month of service after a seven-day free trial.
How to watch the Indy 500 from anywhere
Fans who are traveling away from home can still keep up with their usual viewing methods with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use cybersecurity tools that enable people to change their virtual locations. This way, they can use their usual websites and apps no matter where they are. Since the services we've recommended require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans who are simply abroad at the moment.
One of the best VPNs on the market is ExpressVPN. It's a tried-and-true option that's user-friendly and comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. The app is top-rated due to its impressive suite of cybersecurity assets, which you can read about in our ExpressVPN review.
How to watch the Indy 500 with a VPN
Sign up for a VPN if you don't already have one.
Install it on the device you're using to watch.
Turn it on and set it to a US location.
Sign up for one of the above streaming services.
Enjoy the race!
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Business Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
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