How to Watch the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals
NHRA Drag Racing · World Wide Technology Raceway · St. Louis, MO · Sunday, October 4, 2026. Here's the start time, TV channel and live stream.
▶ Watch on FS1- EventNAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals
- SeriesNHRA Drag Racing
- DateSunday, October 4, 2026
- Start time1:00 PM ET (your local time on the live schedule)
- TrackWorld Wide Technology Raceway, St. Louis, MO (a 1.25-mile asphalt oval)
- Watch onFS1 ↗Subscription
How to watch NHRA Drag Racing at World Wide Technology Raceway
The NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals — a NHRA Drag Racing race at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis, MO — is set for Sunday, October 4, 2026, with coverage around 1:00 PM ET. NHRA Drag Racing airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.
On TV: the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals airs on FS1 on cable and satellite from about 1:00 PM ET ET.
Streaming: watch live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
Tap Watch on FS1 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 NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals
The NHRA Midwest Nationals is held at World Wide Technology Raceway in Madison, Illinois, across the Mississippi River from St. Louis. National-event drag racing returned to the facility (then Gateway Motorsports Park) in 2012 after owner Curtis Francois reopened the track with a long-term NHRA commitment, and the event now falls in the Countdown to the Championship playoffs.
NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals — key facts
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 NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals start?
The NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals (NHRA Drag Racing) is scheduled for about 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, October 4, 2026. Times are US Eastern — the live schedule at RacingOnTV.net converts them to your local zone.
What channel is the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals on?
The NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals airs on FS1 on cable/satellite and streams via YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo and the FOX Sports app.
Is the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals on TV?
Yes — the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals is on TV. It airs on FS1 on cable and satellite, with coverage from about 1:00 PM ET on Sunday, October 4, 2026, and also streams live on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
Where can I watch the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals?
Watch the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals on FS1 — on TV (FS1 on cable and satellite) or streaming on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app. Use the Watch button above to go straight to the broadcast on Sunday, October 4, 2026.
How can I stream the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals live?
You can stream it on YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, DirecTV Stream and the FOX Sports app.
Where is the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals held?
The race is at World Wide Technology Raceway in St. Louis, MO, a 1.25-mile asphalt oval.
Who won the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals last time?
Doug Kalitta (Top Fuel) / Matt Hagan (Funny Car) is the defending winner of the NAPA NHRA Midwest Nationals.
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