How to Watch the Nu Way 225
NASCAR O'Reilly Series · World Wide Technology Raceway · IL · Saturday, September 12, 2026. Here's the start time, TV channel and live stream.
▶ Watch on The CW- EventNu Way 225
- SeriesNASCAR O'Reilly Series
- DateSaturday, September 12, 2026
- Start time7:30 PM ET (your local time on the live schedule)
- TrackWorld Wide Technology Raceway, IL (a 1.25-mile asphalt oval)
- Watch onThe CW ↗Free
How to watch NASCAR O'Reilly Series at World Wide Technology Raceway
The Nu Way 225 — a NASCAR O'Reilly Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway in IL — is set for Saturday, September 12, 2026, with coverage around 7:30 PM ET. NASCAR O'Reilly Series airs free over-the-air on The CW and streams on the CW app and live-TV services.
On TV: the Nu Way 225 airs on The CW — free over-the-air from about 7:30 PM ET ET.
Streaming: watch live on the CW app (free) and live-TV services.
Tap Watch on The CW to go straight to the broadcast. For the full week of racing across every series — with times auto-converted to your local zone — see the complete schedule or today's watch guide.
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About the Nu Way 225
The Xfinity Series first raced at Gateway in 1997 and ran there through 2010 before a 15-year absence. The series returned to World Wide Technology Raceway in 2025 with the Nu Way 200, won by Connor Zilisch, and the race was extended to 225 miles for 2026 as part of the series' playoffs.
Nu Way 225 — key facts
Past Nu Way 225 winners
| 2025 | Connor Zilisch |
| 2010 | Carl Edwards |
Not held 2011-2024.
About World Wide Technology Raceway
World Wide Technology Raceway (formerly Gateway Motorsports Park) is a 1.25-mile paved oval in Madison, Illinois, near St. Louis, first completed in 1997. It hosts NASCAR and IndyCar events and also has a drag strip and road course.
An egg-shaped oval with one turn of wider radius than the other.
Frequently asked questions
What time does the Nu Way 225 start?
The Nu Way 225 (NASCAR O'Reilly Series) is scheduled for about 7:30 PM ET on Saturday, September 12, 2026. Times are US Eastern — the live schedule at RacingOnTV.net converts them to your local zone.
What channel is the Nu Way 225 on?
The Nu Way 225 airs free over-the-air on The CW and streams on the CW app and live-TV services.
Is the Nu Way 225 on TV?
Yes — the Nu Way 225 is on TV. It airs on The CW — free over-the-air, with coverage from about 7:30 PM ET on Saturday, September 12, 2026, and also streams live on the CW app (free) and live-TV services.
Where can I watch the Nu Way 225?
Watch the Nu Way 225 on The CW — on TV (The CW — free over-the-air) or streaming on the CW app (free) and live-TV services. Use the Watch button above to go straight to the broadcast on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
How can I stream the Nu Way 225 live?
You can stream it on the CW app (free) and live-TV services.
Where is the Nu Way 225 held?
The race is at World Wide Technology Raceway in IL, a 1.25-mile asphalt oval.
Who won the Nu Way 225 last time?
Connor Zilisch is the defending winner of the Nu Way 225.
How long is the Nu Way 225?
The Nu Way 225 is run over 180 laps (225 miles).
When was the first Nu Way 225?
The inaugural Nu Way 225 was held in 1997.
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