Get ready for the 109th Indy 500, set to rev up Indianapolis Motor Speedway with hybrid engines for the first time.
- The green flag drops on May 25, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. ET, after pre-race ceremonies start at 11:32 a.m.
- Tune in through Sky Sports in the UK or FOX in the US to catch all the action live.
- A detailed practice and qualifying schedule spans from May 13 to May 23, featuring key events and times.
- Global broadcast options include channels like Canal+ in France and ESPN in Latin America, ensuring worldwide access.
The anticipation for the 109th Indianapolis 500 is building as the iconic race gets ready to feature hybrid engines for the first time in its storied history. This milestone event is set to unfold at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, with fans eagerly awaiting the roar of the engines on the last Sunday of May.
The race is scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m. BST (12:30 p.m. ET) on May 25, 2025. For fans who want to immerse themselves in the pre-race excitement, ceremonies will kick off at 11:32 a.m. ET (4:32 p.m. BST), including driver introductions and the national anthem, leading up to the command to start engines.
For those in the United Kingdom, Sky Sports F1 offers comprehensive coverage, available both on television and online via Sky Sports Go. Viewers in the United States can catch the live broadcast on FOX, which hosts all IndyCar events.
The detailed schedule leading up to the race spans over several days, starting with rookie orientation and practice sessions from May 13. Key highlights include the qualification draw on May 16 and the competitive Top 12 qualifying sessions set for May 18, culminating in the prestigious Firestone Fast 6 qualifying.
Global viewers won’t miss out, as the race will be shown across various networks. French fans can tune in on Canal+, while viewers in Germany have access through Sky Sports and Motor Vision+. In Latin American countries, ESPN holds the broadcasting rights, and in Japan, Gaora Sports and NHK will provide coverage. Additionally, many can utilize the IndyCar Live app for streaming.
Whether you’re watching from the US, UK, or anywhere else, the 2025 Indy 500 promises to be an unforgettable spectacle.
