Indy 500 live stream 2023: Start time, channels and how to watch online
Rev your engines because it's almost to watch the Indy 500 live stream. The 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 takes place during a busy weekend in motorsports that also includes the F1 Monaco Grand Prix.
Indy 500 start time, schedule and channel
Date and time: The Indy 500 live stream is Sunday (May 28), and it's scheduled to begin at at 12:45 p.m. ET / 9:45 a.m. PT / 5:45 p.m. BST / 3:45 a.m. AEDT (Mon.))
Where: NBC, Peacock and Universo
Drivers at the Motor Speedway, aka "the Brickyard," will race around the oval track for 200 laps for a total of 500 miles. It's a grueling test of endurance, skill and determination, which is why the Indy 500 is called "the Greatest Spectacle in Racing."
The 33-card field for the 2023 Indy 500 features nine former champions. Alex Palou, who sits atop the IndyCar Series standings, is on the pole, while defending champion Marcus Ericsson looks to repeat. Helio Castroneves is seeking a record fifth Indy 500 victory.
Currently, last year's runner-up Pato O'Ward is the 5-1 favorite at Caesars Sportsbook, with Palou behind at 23-4.
Here's everything you need to know about how to watch Indy 500 live streams online.
How to watch Indy 500 live streams from anywhere on Earth
If you've had to leave your own personal "pit" and you can't watch Indy 500 live streams on the services because of geo-restrictions, you're not out of luck. With a virtual private network, or VPN, you can appear to be surfing the web from your home town (or somewhere that blackouts won't hit), and access the same streaming services you already paid for.
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How to watch Indy 500 live streams in the US
In the U.S., Indy 500 live streams are on NBC, Universo and Peacock.
Coverage of the main race begins Sunday (May 28) at 9 a.m. ET on Peacock and 11 a.m. ET on NBC, then run through 4 p.m. ET.
NBC is a local broadcast network that can accessed for free one of the best TV antennas or through a cable TV package.
If you've already cut the cord and don't have a cable package, you can watch the Indy 500 on Sling TV and FuboTV. They are are two of the picks on our list of the best cable TV alternatives.
Sling TV gives you live TV at an affordable price. The Sling Blue package includes more than 50 channels including NBC and Fox (in select cities), AMC, Bravo, Food Network, HGTV, Lifetime and USA. Right now, new subscribers get $10 off their first month.View Deal
Fubo is a great alternative to a cable package, especially for sports fans. With the Pro Plan ($75 per month), you get over 120 channels, including NBC, the other broadcast networks and top cable brands like AMC, E!, HGTV, FX, ESPN, Syfy and Paramount Network. You can check out everything Fubo offers with a seven-day free trial.View Deal
Peacock is live streaming the Indy 500. The NBCUniversal streaming service features a ton of live sports, including golf, Premier League, wrestling and racing. Plus, its vast library also offers current and past hit shows and movies. View Deal
How to watch Indy 500 live streams in the UK
Racing fans in the U.K. can watch the Indy 500 live on Sky Sports at 5:45 p.m. BST.
Sky packages start at £24/month. If you don't want to shell out for a full Sky sub, you could also consider its Now Sports streaming service. Pricing starts at £11.98 for day and mobile month membership, with month-long access for £34.99.
For travelers abroad who want to use the services they already pay for, check out ExpressVPN.
How to watch Indy 500 live streams in Canada
In Canada, you can watch the Indy 500 on TSN5 or TSN+.
How to watch Indy 500 live streams in Australia
Down under, the 2023 Indy 500 live streams are on Stan Sport. That's the good news.
The bad news? Well, race coverage is set to begin around 1 a.m. local AEDT. So, fans should prepare to stay up very late!
Indy 500 starting grid
Here is the starting grid for the 33-car field for the 2023 Indy 500.
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