The IndyCar Series on FOX has settled into a strong and consistent ratings groove this season, indicating growing and sustained interest in the sport. Sunday’s Java House Grand Prix of Monterey at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca attracted an average audience of 734,000 viewers, matching the viewership number recorded the previous Sunday at the Honda Indy Toronto and closely following other recent races, such as the one with 719,000 viewers.
This stability reflects the success of FOX’s decision to broadcast all 2025 IndyCar races on its main network, giving the sport a consistent and wide-reaching platform. Through the first half of the year, the series has enjoyed a significant increase in average viewership compared to previous seasons aired on other networks.
Major highlights contributing to this momentum include FOX’s primetime broadcast of the Bommarito Automotive Group 500, which drew over 1 million viewers, and the Indianapolis 500 this year reaching its highest audience in 17 years with 7 million viewers tuning in. The strong ratings surge demonstrates how the partnership between IndyCar and FOX has amplified exposure, bringing new audiences to the high-speed drama and excitement of IndyCar racing.
Industry insiders and executives express confidence that this trend will continue as the season progresses, with fan engagement notably increasing across races broadcast in key markets. The average viewership numbers are expected to grow even further with the remaining races scheduled on FOX’s main channel.
Overall, IndyCar’s 2025 broadcast strategy on FOX is proving successful by delivering both thrilling racing and expanding the sport’s television audience, providing a bright outlook for IndyCar’s future popularity and commercial success.
