Key information for Sunday’s NASCAR Cup race at Watkins Glen

We’re inching closer to the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs after another thrilling race last weekend in Iowa.

Championship points leader William Byron saved enough fuel to outlast the rest of the field to win a caution-filled race at Iowa Speedway. Brad Keselowski swept the first two stages of a race for the first time since 2017 but couldn’t get past Byron for the win.

After a three-race stretch of oval running, the Cup Series grid makes its way to a road course once again this weekend at Watkins Glen International. The iconic road course is the fifth of six non-ovals on the schedule this season.

The drivers are very familiar with circuit in the Finger Lakes area of New York; NASCAR’s been racing there since 1986 with one exception in 2020.

Trackhouse racing driver Shane van Gisbergen – who’s won the last three races held on road or street courses – may have some closer competition this weekend thanks to the familiar venue. And at least a few winless drivers have circled this race on their calendars, including past Watkins Glen winners Chris Buescher and AJ Allmendinger.

There are still three playoff spots up for grabs with three races remaining before the 10-race playoffs begin. Thirteen of 16 drivers have already clinched playoff berths with a victory this season.

Will van Gisbergen prevail again at a non-oval race or can another driver get to victory lane? Here’s everything you need to know to get ready for the Go Bowling at The Glen at Watkins Glen International on Sunday, Aug. 10.

What time does the NASCAR Cup race at Watkins Glen start?

The Go Bowling at The Glen is scheduled to start at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, Aug. 10, at Watkins Glen International in Watkins Glen, New York.

What TV channel is the NASCAR Cup race at Watkins Glen on?

The Go Bowling at The Glen will be broadcast on USA Network, the second time the Cup Series is on the channel this season. Pre-race coverage will start at 1:30 p.m. ET.

Will there be a live stream of the NASCAR Cup race at Watkins Glen?

Yes, the Go Bowling at The Glen will be streamed on HBO Max. The race can also be streamed on Fubo, which is offering a free trial to new subscribers.

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How many laps is the NASCAR Cup race at Watkins Glen?

The Go Bowling at The Glen is 90 laps around the 2.450-mile road course for a total of 220.86 miles. The race will have three segments (laps per stage) — Stage 1: 20 laps; Stage 2: 20 laps; Stage 3: 50 laps.