For the first time ever, the NASCAR Cup Series will be racing at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in Austin, Texas, for the EchoPark Texas Grand Prix on May 23, 2021. This 3.41-mile track is known for its twists and turns, making it an exciting addition to the NASCAR schedule. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about the race, including how to watch, stream, preview, and our top picks for the winner.
NASCAR at Circuit of the Americas: Guide to EchoPark Texas GP
The EchoPark Texas Grand Prix will be the 14th race of the NASCAR Cup Series season, and the first time the series will compete on a road course in 2021. The race will consist of 68 laps around the COTA track, for a total distance of 231 miles. This will be a challenging race for drivers, as they navigate through the 20-turn course, including the iconic Turn 1 and the uphill climb to Turn 2.
Everything You Need to Know: Watch, Stream, Preview & Picks
The race will take place on Sunday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m. ET, and will be broadcast on FS1. If you don’t have cable, you can stream the race on fuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, or YouTube TV. The qualifying round will take place on Saturday, May 22 at 11:00 a.m. ET and will be broadcast on FS2. You can also catch the practice rounds on Friday, May 21 at 12:05 p.m. ET on FS1.
As for the preview and picks, this race is anyone’s to win. With no past Cup Series races at COTA, there is no historical data to go off of. However, we can look at some of the top road course drivers in the series, such as Chase Elliott, Martin Truex Jr., and Kyle Busch, to potentially come out on top. With the unpredictability of the course and the weather, it’s anyone’s guess who will take home the victory.
The EchoPark Texas Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas is sure to be an exciting race for NASCAR fans. With its challenging twists and turns, this race will test the skills of even the most experienced drivers. Make sure to tune in on Sunday, May 23 at 2:30 p.m. ET to catch all the action. And don’t forget to make your pick for the winner – this one is going to be a nail-biter until the very end.
