Key Motorsports Events: Monaco Grand Prix, Indy 500, Coca-Cola 600, and British MotoGP
This weekend, motorsport enthusiasts can look forward to some of the most significant races in the calendar: the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix, the Indianapolis 500, the NASCAR Coca-Cola 600, and the British MotoGP.
Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix
The Monaco Grand Prix kicks off this weekend, featuring a vibrant atmosphere as Charles Leclerc aims to defend his home victory from 2024. McLaren drivers Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris are set to capitalize on their strong start to the 2025 season.
Schedule:
- Practice 1: Friday, May 23, 13:30 – 14:30
- Practice 2: Friday, May 23, 17:00 – 18:00
- Practice 3: Saturday, May 24, 12:30 – 13:30
- Qualifying: Saturday, May 24, 16:00 – 17:00
- Race: Sunday, May 25, 15:00
Fans can watch through various platforms including Sky Sports F1 in the UK and ESPN in the US.
Indianapolis 500
The 109th running of the Indianapolis 500 promises intense competition as rookie Robert Schwartzman secures pole position, flanked by Takuma Sato and Pato O’Ward on the front row. However, the week has been tumultuous for Team Penske, as both Josef Newgarden and Will Power were relegated to the back of the grid due to technical violations.
Schedule:
- Practice: Friday, May 23, 11:00 – 13:00
- Pit Stop Challenge: Friday, May 23, 14:30 – 16:00
- Race: Sunday, May 25, 12:45
The event will be broadcast on FOX Sports for viewers in the United States.
NASCAR Coca-Cola 600
NASCAR’s longest race, the Coca-Cola 600, is set for Sunday at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Kyle Larson aims to achieve the ‘Double’ by participating in both the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600.
Schedule:
- Craftsman Truck Series: Friday, May 23
- Xfinity Series: Saturday, May 24
- Race: Sunday, May 25, 18:00
Fans can follow the race live on various platforms, including FS1 and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio.
British MotoGP
Silverstone, a prominent stop on the MotoGP calendar, sees Marc Marquez leading the championship with 171 points. His brother, Alex Marquez, follows closely behind with 149 points.
Schedule:
- Free Practices: Friday, May 23 – Saturday, May 24
- MotoGP Sprint: Saturday, May 24, 16:00
- Race: Sunday, May 25, 13:00
UK viewers can tune in via TNT Sports and ITV, while US fans can watch on FS1 and FS2.
This action-packed weekend of motorsport promises to deliver thrilling competition across multiple racing disciplines.
