Is there a NASCAR race this week? Date, start time, TV schedule for next Cup Series race after Olympics break

2024-08-04
5 min read
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NASCAR remains on hiatus for another week, but that doesn't mean the season is over. With only a few weeks to go until the postseason commences, it's all hands on deck as the playoff race approaches the home stretch.

During the break, Kyle Larson still holds a slight lead over Chase Elliott for the top spot in the Cup Series regular-season standings.

The Sporting News has everything you need to know before NASCAR's return, including the remaining schedule, tickets and more.

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Is there a NASCAR race this weekend?

There is no NASCAR race this weekend, as NASCAR's broadcast partner, NBC, continues to broadcast the 2024 Paris Olympics on its family of networks.

The races will return next weekend, however, at Richmond Raceway on Sunday, Aug. 11 for the Cook Out 400. The race will air at 6 p.m. ET on USA Network.

When is the NASCAR race at Richmond?

  • Track: Richmond Raceway
  • Date: Sunday, Aug. 11
  • Start time: 6 p.m. ET

The NASCAR race at Richmond resumes the regular-season schedule and will begin with the opening lap a little after 6 p.m. ET.

What channel is the Richmond NASCAR race on?

  • TV channel: USA Network
  • Live streamFubo

The Cook Out 400 will be covered on USA Network in the U.S. and TSN in Canada. The race can also be streamed on Fubo in both markets, as there is a free trial to test the service before purchase.