Revving Up: NASCAR Cup Series Shifts to Amazon Prime for 5-Week Coverage
The NASCAR Cup Series is set to make a significant change in its coverage for the next five weeks as it transitions from Fox to Amazon Prime. The first race to be broadcast on Prime will be the Coca-Cola 600, the longest race in NASCAR, taking place this Sunday night. The coverage on Prime will continue until June 21 for the Anduril 250 at Naval Base Coronado in San Diego, California.
During this 5-race schedule on Amazon Prime, the main broadcast crew for the NASCAR Cup Series will include Adam Alexander, Dale Earnhardt Jr., and Steve Letarte. They will also cover Practice and Qualifying sessions, which have been exclusively on Prime throughout the season. Alexander, Earnhardt Jr., and Letarte bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the broadcast team.
For fans who are not familiar with the transition to Amazon Prime, a subscription is required to access the race coverage. The subscription cost for Prime Video as a standalone service is $8.99 per month. This subscription is necessary for fans to enjoy the NASCAR Cup Series races broadcast on Prime.
The debut race on Amazon Prime will kick off this weekend with the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday at 6:00 PM ET. This race is known for being the longest on the NASCAR circuit and promises to deliver thrilling action for fans. The Coca-Cola 600 will follow the Indy 500 on NBC and the Canadian Grand Prix on Apple TV+ on the same day, making it a jam-packed day for motorsports enthusiasts.
The Sunday of Memorial Day Weekend is often referred to as 'The Greatest Day in Motorsports,' with multiple high-profile races taking place on the same day. While Formula One's Monaco Grand Prix has traditionally been a part of this day, the schedule has been adjusted for 2026. The Monaco Grand Prix will now start at 4:00 PM ET, allowing fans to catch the action before tuning in to the Coca-Cola 600, which is expected to wrap up in time for the evening.