How to Watch 12 Hours of Sebring: Schedule, TV Info & More

Auto Racing, Motorsports

The 2023 IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship season is in full swing, and one of the most highly anticipated events on the calendar is just around the corner - the 12 Hours of Sebring. This grueling endurance race, held at the historic Sebring International Raceway in Florida, is a true test of man and machine, pushing drivers and teams to their limits over the course of half a day.

As the second round of the championship, the 12 Hours of Sebring promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with some of the world’s best drivers and manufacturers battling it out on the challenging 3.741-mile road course. With 58 entries across four divisions (GTP, LMP2, GTD Pro, and GTD), there’s sure to be plenty of action and drama throughout the 12-hour race.

Among the favorites in the GTP class are the defending Sebring champions, Pipo Derani and Jack Aitken, who will be sharing the No. 31 Whelen Cadillac Racing entry with Tom Blomqvist. However, they’ll face stiff competition from the likes of the No. 3 Corvette Racing entry, featuring Alexander Sims, Antonio Garcia, and Daniel Juncadella.

If you’re a motorsports fan and don’t want to miss a second of the action from Sebring, here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the 12 Hours of Sebring, including start times, TV channels, and streaming options.

Start Time and Schedule

The 72nd Annual Mobil 1 Twelve Hours of Sebring Presented by Cadillac is scheduled to start at 9:40 a.m. EDT on Saturday, March 16, 2023. The race will run for 12 hours, concluding at 9:40 p.m. EDT.

Before the main event, there will be several support races and practice sessions throughout the week, including:

  • Thursday, March 14: Michelin Pilot Challenge practice, Porsche Carrera Cup qualifying, WeatherTech Championship practices, and more
  • Friday, March 15: WeatherTech Championship qualifying, Alan Jay Automotive Network 120 (Michelin Pilot Challenge race), Lamborghini Super Trofeo races, and Porsche Carrera Cup races
  • Saturday, March 16: WeatherTech SportsCar Championship warmup at 8:00 a.m. EDT, followed by the 12 Hours of Sebring race at 9:40 a.m. EDT

TV and Streaming Coverage

For those watching from home, there are several options to catch all the action from Sebring:

TV Broadcast The 12 Hours of Sebring will be televised on USA Network from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. EDT.

Streaming

  • IMSA TV (9:35 a.m. - 9:40 p.m. EDT)
  • Peacock (9:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. EDT)
  • NBC Sports App

Peacock will also be the streaming broadcast for qualifying on Friday, March 15, from 12:15 p.m. to 1:25 p.m. EDT.

Radio Coverage For those who prefer to follow the action via radio, IMSA Radio will provide live coverage on SiriusXM (XM 207, Sirius 211, SiriusXM web/app 996) and local FM stations (100.9 FM at the track, 99.1 FM locally).

Weather Forecast

According to Weather Underground, the forecast for Sebring on race day calls for mostly cloudy skies with a high of 89 degrees Fahrenheit and an 8% chance of rain. While the weather is expected to be warm and humid, as is typical for Florida in March, the relatively low chance of precipitation should allow for a smooth running of the 12-hour race.

Whether you’re a die-hard IMSA fan or just looking for an exciting motorsports event to watch, the 12 Hours of Sebring promises to be a thrilling showcase of endurance racing at its finest. With top drivers, teams, and manufacturers battling it out on one of the most challenging road courses in the world, this is an event you won’t want to miss. So mark your calendars, tune in, and get ready for 12 hours of non-stop action from Sebring International Raceway!