NBC Sports Unveils 2026 SMX World Championship Broadcast Schedule
Overview
NBC Sports and the SMX League™ have confirmed the broadcast and streaming schedule for the 2026 Monster Energy SMX World Championship, encompassing both the Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship and the Pro Motocross Championship.
Broadcast Details
The 2026 season will feature 28 races, including postseason playoffs, with extensive coverage across NBC, Peacock, NBCSN, and NBC Sports digital platforms. Peacock will be the primary streaming platform, offering complete live coverage of races, qualifiers, and heats from January to September 2026. Notably, qualifiers and heats will be exclusive to Peacock.
Fans can look forward to 11 races airing live on NBC, along with some broadcasts on NBCSN. The season opener is scheduled for January 10, 2026, at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, California, starting with a preview show at 4:30 p.m. ET, leading into the main event at 7 p.m. ET.
Key Dates
- Pro Motocross Season Start: May 30, 2026, at Fox Raceway National, Pala, CA (4 p.m. ET on Peacock).
- SMX Playoff Rounds: September 12 and 19, culminating in the SMX World Championship Final on September 26.
Viewership Insights
The 2025 season saw Peacock achieve over 1.5 billion minutes of streamed content, reflecting a 6% year-over-year growth in unique viewership, highlighting the increasing engagement of the sport’s audience.
Commentary Team
The 2026 season will feature an esteemed commentary team:
- Play-by-Play: Leigh Diffey and Jason Weigandt
- Analysts: Ricky Carmichael and James Stewart
- Reporters: Will Christien and Jason Thomas
Race Day Coverage
Race Day Live will exclusively cover all races on Peacock, with former racers Justin Brayton and Adam Cianciarulo serving as hosts. Spanish-language broadcasts will also be available on the platform throughout the season.
Preview Special
A one-hour preview special will air on December 27, 2025, featuring appearances from top competitors, including Jett Lawrence, Cooper Webb, and Eli Tomac.
Conclusion
The 2026 SMX World Championship promises to deliver robust coverage and increased accessibility for fans, continuing NBC Sports’ commitment to enhancing the viewing experience for motorcycle racing enthusiasts.
