IndyCar viewership rises with help from Honda and Fox in 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
IndyCar's viewership has seen a significant increase in 2026, averaging 2,033,000 viewers for its first 10 races on Fox, up 14% from the previous year. The latest race at Road America garnered an average of 1,803,000 viewers, marking a 131% increase compared to 2025. Factors contributing to this surge include competitive racing dynamics and Honda's involvement in the series. Despite the rising interest in IndyCar, the series remains overshadowed by the popularity of Formula 1 in the U.S. market. IndyCar continues to showcase unpredictable outcomes, a quality that sets it apart from F1’s more predictable races.
- •IndyCar averaged 2,033,000 viewers for the first 10 races of 2026.
- •Viewership at Road America peaked at 2,943,000 for the latest race.
- •The series reported a 14% increase in viewership compared to 2025.
- •Honda's involvement is seen as a key factor in IndyCar's resurgence.
- •IndyCar racing is known for its unpredictable outcomes.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — IndyCar Is Finally Building Its Own Momentum, and Honda Is Playing a Big Part
"IndyCar viewership is rising in 2026. Mike Shank and Honda explain how Fox, new business models, and competitive racing are fueling the series' resurgence.
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