What time does the Indy 500 start on Sunday?
The Indy 500 is on Sunday! Here is the expected start time for the 110th Indianapolis 500 and how you can watch it.
The Indianapolis 500 festivities are already in full swing. This year’s race on Sunday, May 24, boasts something for everyone, with basketball sensation Caitlin Clark bringing even more star power as the grand marshal and adding excitement to an already sold-out crowd at the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The historic “Greatest Spectacle in Racing” has already generated headlines leading up to race day, including a dramatic multi-car crash during practice rounds involving Alexander Rossi, Pato O’Ward, and Romain Grosjean.
Fortunately, all three drivers were able to walk away from the incident and intend to compete this weekend. Rossi, who was briefly hospitalized for outpatient procedures on his right ankle and left hand, has reassured fans that he remains determined to take his place on the starting grid. As teams scramble to make last-minute adjustments, with some preparing backup cars and others working tirelessly to repair their primary entries, the sense of urgency in the paddock is unmistakable.
The crews and drivers' ability to adapt will be put to the test right up until the starting flag on Sunday. For fans eager to catch all the action, here's when to tune in for the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday: More: How to watch 2026 Indy 500: TV, streaming, start time for Sunday's race How to watch the Indy 500 The Indy 500 will air on television on FOX, which has the broadcast rights to IndyCar. The race can be streamed on FOX's official streaming service, FOX One.
Fubo , a cable alternative that offers a free trial, will also stream the Indy 500. Date: Sunday, May 24 Time: 12:45 p. m.