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The NASCAR Cup Series

The NASCAR Cup Series doesn’t need much introduction. Whether you’re a motorsports fan or not, you’ve probably heard of this top-tier racing series taking place across the U.S. High speeds, powerful cars, and millions of fans – what’s not to love about the NASCAR Cup Series? All races are shown live on TV and streaming services, and Livesportsontv.com is your go-to guide. Check out the NASCAR Cup Series TV schedule here and find out how you can watch the upcoming races.

History and Format

The NASCAR Cup Series has been running since 1949. Over the years, it’s gone by several names: NASCAR Winston Cup Series (1971-2003), NASCAR Nextel Cup Series (2004-2007), and Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series (2017-2019). Since 2020, the series name no longer changes based on sponsorship deals.

The NASCAR Cup Series is the top division of NASCAR racing, reserved for the best drivers. The cars can reach speeds of over 200 mph, with a total of 36 races per season. Driving at this level requires extraordinary skill and nerves of steel as the cars have relatively poor handling at such high speeds.
Season Format

First Segment: 26 races where drivers earn points based on their finishing position and number of laps led. The top 16 drivers advance to the second segment.
NASCAR Playoffs: The final 10 races where the point gaps are reduced. The driver with the most points at the end of the playoffs wins the Drivers’ Championship.

Championships

Drivers’ Championship: Awarded to the driver with the most points after the season.
Owners’ Championship: Similar to the Drivers’ Championship but based on each car’s season record. If a driver represents multiple cars, each car is considered a separate entry.
Manufacturers’ Championship: Given to the most successful manufacturer. Chevrolet is the most successful to date, followed by Ford and Toyota.

Tracks

The NASCAR Cup Series features 36 races held on various tracks across the U.S. Most tracks are located in the eastern states, but some races take place in other parts of the country. Track shapes vary and include oval, egg-shaped, tri-oval, triangular, and rectangular configurations. While most races run counterclockwise, exceptions include Sonoma Raceway and Watkins Glen International, where drivers race clockwise. Nearly all tracks are asphalt-paved, with just a few using concrete surfaces. Dirt tracks made a return in 2021 for the first time since 1970.

Sonoma Raceway – California, 47,000 seats, 2.52 miles
Auto Club Speedway – California (Fontana), 68,000 seats, 2.00 miles
Las Vegas Motor Speedway – Nevada, 116,000 seats, 1.544 miles
Phoenix Raceway – Arizona, 42,000 seats, 1.022 miles
Texas Motor Speedway – Texas, 181,655 seats, 1.440 miles
Kansas Speedway – Kansas, 48,000 seats, 1.520 miles
World Wide Technology Raceway – Illinois (Chicago), 78,000 seats, 1.250 miles
Kentucky Speedway – Kentucky, 69,000 seats, 1.50 miles
Talladega Superspeedway – Alabama, 80,000 seats, 2.660 miles
Michigan International Speedway – Michigan, 56,000 seats, 2.00 miles
Bristol Motor Speedway – Tennessee, 160,000 seats, 0.533 miles
Indianapolis Motor Speedway – Indiana, 257,325 seats, 2.439 miles
Atlanta Motor Speedway – Georgia, 111,000 seats, 1.540 miles
Homestead Miami Speedway – Florida, 65,000 seats, 1.485 miles
Daytona International Speedway – Florida, 101,000 seats, 2.50 miles
Darlington Raceway – South Carolina, 47,000 seats, 1.366 miles
Charlotte Motor Speedway – North Carolina, 94,000–171,000 seats, 1.50 miles & 2.280 miles
Martinsville Speedway – Virginia, 44,000 seats, 0.526 miles
Richmond Raceway – Virginia, 51,000 seats, 0.750 miles
Dover International Speedway – Delaware, 54,000 seats, 1.00 mile
Pocono Raceway – Pennsylvania, 76,800 seats, 2.50 miles
Watkins Glen International – New York, 41,000 seats, 2.45 miles
New Hampshire Motor Speedway – New Hampshire (Loudon), 88,000 seats, 1.058 miles

Where to Watch NASCAR Cup Series Live

The NASCAR Cup Series runs almost all year, starting in February and ending with the playoffs in November. The races are broadcast live on TV and streaming services through regional and national channels. To find out how to watch upcoming races live, use Livesportsontv.com and the NASCAR Cup Series streaming schedule, which is regularly updated with broadcasting details.

The current broadcasting rights for the NASCAR Cup Series are held by Fox Sports and TSN. You can stream all Fox Sports content via the Fox Sports Go app, allowing you to watch the best sports live wherever you are.