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Watkins Glen, New York, USA

Watkins Glen International

Six Hours of The Glen

Jun 25–28

#36#33

Circuit Length

3.45 miles (5.55 km)

Turns

11

Location

Watkins Glen, New York, USA

First Built

1956

Track Facts

1

Racing at Watkins Glen dates to 1948, when the original course ran through public streets in the village — the modern permanent circuit opened in 1956.

2

The circuit hosted the United States Grand Prix for Formula 1 from 1961 to 1980, cementing its place in motorsport history.

3

The Boot — a tight downhill left-right complex in the infield — is one of the most challenging sections of the circuit and a spot where championships are won and lost.

4

The long front straight and fast Esses make it one of the highest average-speed road courses in North America.

5

Watkins Glen sits in the Finger Lakes region of New York, making it one of the most scenic race venues in America.

How to Watch

IMSA WeatherTech

Watch live in the US on Peacock (flag-to-flag coverage), NBC, and USA Network.

International viewers can watch free on IMSA TV or the IMSA YouTube channel, which also streams qualifying and select races.

Live radio coverage on IMSA Radio

Michelin Pilot Challenge

Watch live and free on the IMSA YouTube channel. Full race streams available for every round of the season.