The first race of the NASCAR Cup Series Chase – the historic Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway – will take place on Sunday, Sept. 6 at 5 p.m. ET. For fans who prefer streaming over traditional cable, the event is available on USA TV via Sling, the affordable live‑TV service that lets you watch on any device.
Why the Southern 500 matters
Darlington’s egg‑shaped oval has long been a test of driver skill and team strategy. This year’s race also marks the opening round of the 16‑driver Chase, with points reset and Denny Hamlin leading the standings after a dramatic cutoff race at Daytona.
Streaming options on Sling
Sling offers three flexible pass lengths, so you can choose the plan that fits your schedule:
- 1‑Day Pass – $4.99 for 24‑hour access to the Sling Orange package, which includes USA and a range of entertainment and news channels.
- 3‑Day Pass – $9.99 for Friday‑through‑Sunday viewing, perfect for catching the Southern 500 and any weekend sports.
- 7‑Day Pass – $14.99 for a full week of streaming, ideal if you want to follow the entire Chase schedule.
Each pass can be enhanced with optional add‑ons for sports, entertainment, news, or outdoor‑lifestyle channels. Add‑ons start at $1 for a single‑day pass and increase by $1 per additional day.
How to watch the race
1. Visit Sling.com and select the pass length you prefer.
2. Create an account or log in if you already have one.
3. Choose the Sling Orange package (or Orange + Blue for more channels) and complete the purchase.
4. Open the Sling app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer and tune to USA channel at 5 p.m. ET on Sept. 6.
Upcoming NASCAR races on Sling
Sling will continue to carry the next six NASCAR Cup Series events that air on USA, including:
- Sept. 13 – World Wide Technology Raceway (Illinois)
- Sept. 19 – Bristol Motor Speedway (Tennessee)
- Sept. 27 – Kansas Speedway (Kansas)
- Oct. 4 – Las Vegas Motor Speedway (Nevada)
- Oct. 11 – Charlotte Motor Speedway (North Carolina)
- Oct. 18 – Phoenix Raceway (Arizona)
All of these races can be streamed with the same Sling pass you use for the Southern 500.
Why Sling is a good choice for families
The Sling Orange package includes over 30 popular channels such as ESPN, CNN, Disney Channel, and HGTV, making it a versatile option for both sports fans and families looking for kid‑friendly programming. The service allows streaming on one device with the Orange plan, or up to three devices with the Blue plan, so everyone in the household can watch what they want.
Final thoughts
Whether you’re a lifelong NASCAR enthusiast or a newcomer eager to see the excitement of the Chase, Sling provides a low‑cost, flexible way to watch the Southern 500 live. With passes starting at just $4.99, you can enjoy high‑quality streaming without a long‑term contract.
Original reporting: Las Cruces Sun News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
