How to Watch Racing: Formula One in Canada and NASCAR in Michigan
Racing fans, get ready for an action-packed weekend as Formula One heads to Canada for its second North American round of the year, while NASCAR takes over Michigan. Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming races and how to watch them.
Formula One in Canada
The Formula One Canadian Grand Prix will take place at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal on June 11-13. This is the seventh race of the 2021 season, and it promises to be an exciting one. The circuit is known for its long straights and tight chicanes, making it a challenging track for drivers.
The current championship leader is Max Verstappen from Red Bull Racing, who has won two races this season. However, defending champion Lewis Hamilton from Mercedes is not far behind, with only four points separating him from Verstappen.
If you want to catch all the action from the Canadian Grand Prix, here’s how to watch:
– United States: ESPN will broadcast the race live on Sunday, June 13 at 2 p.m. ET. You can also stream it on the ESPN app.
– United Kingdom: Sky Sports F1 will broadcast the race live on Sunday, June 13 at 7 p.m. BST. You can also stream it on the Sky Go app.
– Canada: The race will be broadcast live on TSN and RDS on Sunday, June 13 at 2 p.m. ET. You can also stream it on TSN.ca and the TSN app.
NASCAR in Michigan
The NASCAR Cup Series will head to Michigan International Speedway for the FireKeepers Casino 400 on June 12-13. This is the 15th race of the season, and it’s a crucial one for drivers as they battle for a spot in the playoffs.
Kyle Larson from Hendrick Motorsports is currently leading the championship standings, with four wins this season. However, he will face tough competition from drivers like Denny Hamlin, Chase Elliott, and Martin Truex Jr.
If you want to catch all the NASCAR action from Michigan, here’s how to watch:
– United States: The race will be broadcast live on Sunday, June 13 at 3 p.m. ET on NBCSN. You can also stream it on the NBC Sports app.
– Canada: The race will be broadcast live on TSN on Sunday, June 13 at 3 p.m. ET. You can also stream it on TSN.ca and the TSN app.
Other Racing Events
In addition to Formula One and NASCAR, there are several other racing events happening this weekend that you might want to check out:
– IndyCar: The IndyCar Series will head to Texas Motor Speedway for a doubleheader on June 12-13. The races will be broadcast live on NBCSN in the United States and on Sportsnet in Canada.
– MotoGP: The MotoGP World Championship will take place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in Spain on June 11-13. The races will be broadcast live on NBCSN in the United States and on DAZN in Canada.
– IMSA: The IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship will head to Watkins Glen International for the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen on June 27. The race will be broadcast live on NBCSN in the United States and on Discovery Velocity in Canada.
Conclusion
Whether you’re a fan of Formula One, NASCAR, IndyCar, MotoGP, or IMSA, there’s plenty of racing action to enjoy this weekend. Make sure to tune in and catch all the excitement from these thrilling events. And don’t forget to check out Jalopnik’s weekly “How to Watch” racing television and streaming guide for all the latest updates and information.
