NASCAR shifts to Texas Motor Speedway this week for the 2025 Cup Series race, with Tyler Reddick leading the championship standings by 110 points over Denny Hamlin. Carson Hocevar enters the weekend fresh off his first career win at Talladega. Here's the complete schedule and broadcast details.
After a thrilling victory at Talladega last week, Carson Hocevar heads to Texas Motor Speedway with high confidence, having secured his first career win. The 1.5-mile oval in Fort Worth hosts all three national series this weekend: the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and Craftsman Truck Series.
NASCAR Texas 2025 Weekend Schedule (Saudi Arabia Time)
Events run Friday through Sunday. All times are Arabia Standard Time (AST).
- Friday, April 11: Truck Series practice (11:30 AM), Xfinity practice (12:30 PM), Cup practice (2:00 PM), Truck qualifying (4:00 PM)
- Saturday, April 12: Xfinity qualifying (10:00 AM), Cup qualifying (11:00 AM), Truck race (2:00 PM), Xfinity race (5:30 PM)
- Sunday, April 13: Cup Series main race (2:30 PM)
How to watch NASCAR Texas in the Middle East?
In the United States, races air on FS1 and Fox. For viewers in the Middle East, streaming services like Shahid and OSN may carry select rounds. Check local channel listings closer to race day for confirmed coverage.
Who are the top contenders for the Cup Series title?
Tyler Reddick leads the Cup Series standings by 110 points over Denny Hamlin, making him the strongest title favorite. Joey Logano, the defending race winner at Texas, aims to repeat. Carson Hocevar hopes to build on his breakthrough victory.
How much is the prize money for the Texas race?
The total purse for the Texas Cup race has not been officially announced, but typical NASCAR Cup Series purses range from $1 million to $2 million for the winner, with payouts extending to the top 20 finishers.
Texas Motor Speedway: Key facts
Located in Fort Worth, Texas, the speedway is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) long and seats over 180,000 spectators. Known for high speeds and banked turns, it is one of the fastest tracks on the NASCAR calendar.
FAQ
When is the NASCAR Texas 2025 race?
The main Cup Series race takes place Sunday, April 13, 2025, with practice and qualifying starting Friday, April 11.
Which channels broadcast NASCAR Texas in Saudi Arabia?
You can watch via OSN channels or the Shahid streaming service, but verify the updated schedule on the channel’s website before race day.
Who is the defending champion at Texas?
Joey Logano won the most recent Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway and will defend his title this year.
How long is Texas Motor Speedway?
The track is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) in length, with high banking that produces fast lap times.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the NASCAR Texas 2025 race?
The main Cup Series race is on Sunday, April 13, 2025, with practice and qualifying from Friday, April 11.
Which channels broadcast NASCAR Texas in Saudi Arabia?
You can watch via OSN channels or the Shahid streaming service, but check the latest schedule on the channel's website before race day.
Who is the defending champion at Texas?
Joey Logano won the most recent Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway and will defend his title this year.
Sources
- Motorsport.com — How to watch NASCAR at Texas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV
