Historic First Race at The Thermal Club Marks New Era for INDYCAR
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES made its debut at The Thermal Club in 2025, marking a significant expansion in the championship’s venues. This inaugural event represents a new chapter in North American open-wheel racing, bringing top-tier motorsport to this exclusive facility.
Championship Contenders
The race featured an impressive lineup of INDYCAR’s most accomplished drivers:
- Alex Palou: Three-time and reigning series champion
- Will Power: Two-time series champion
- Scott Dixon: Six-time series champion
- Josef Newgarden: Two-time series champion and current Indianapolis 500 winner
Broadcast Partnership
Beginning in 2025, FOX Sports has become the exclusive U.S. television home for INDYCAR, marking a new era in the sport’s media coverage.
The broadcasting highlights include:
- Live coverage of all NTT INDYCAR SERIES races on FOX
- Featured coverage of the 109th Running of the Indianapolis 500
- Enhanced viewer experience through comprehensive race coverage
Series Overview
The NTT INDYCAR SERIES stands as North America’s premier open-wheel racing championship, featuring races across diverse track formats:
| Track Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Superspeedways | High-speed oval tracks |
| Short Ovals | Compact oval circuits |
| Street Circuits | Temporary urban courses |
| Road Courses | Permanent racing facilities |
International Appeal
The series has established itself as a truly global competition, attracting versatile drivers from around the world to compete at the highest level of American open-wheel racing.
Key Series Features
- International driver roster
- Multi-format racing challenge
- Premium motorsport venues
- Championship tradition
The Thermal Club INDYCAR Grand Prix represents INDYCAR’s commitment to expanding its footprint while maintaining its position as one of motorsport’s most challenging and diverse racing series. The event combines the series’ traditional competitive elements with a new, state-of-the-art racing facility, offering fans and competitors alike a fresh perspective on American open-wheel racing.
