NASCAR\u2019s Cup Series roars back into action at Richmond Raceway on Saturday night, August 16, with the high-intensity Cook Out 400 under the lights. This year\u2019s edition marks the 137th time the track has hosted a Cup race, and notably, 2025 will be the first time in 67 years that Richmond stages only one weekend for NASCAR\u2019s top division.<\/p>\n
A year ago, fans were treated to a dramatic overtime finish as Austin Dillon powered his No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 to victory.<\/p>\n
Heading into this weekend, 13 drivers have effectively secured playoff berths through wins, leaving just three spots realistically up for grabs. Tyler Reddick sits comfortably above the cutline by 117 points and could punch his postseason ticket regardless of Saturday\u2019s result on the 0.75-mile short track.<\/p>\n
Behind him, Alex Bowman holds a 60-point cushion, while Chris Buescher clings to the final provisional place, 34 points ahead of his Roush Fenway Keselowski Racing teammate Ryan Preece.<\/p>\n
For others, the road is far steeper. Kyle Busch, Ty Gibbs, and Brad Keselowski all face a must-win scenario, either at Richmond or in next week\u2019s regular-season finale at Daytona International Speedway, to keep their championship hopes alive.<\/p>\n
Here is everything you need to know about the Cook Out 400 Richmond race, including the start time for the race.<\/p>\n
What time does the NASCAR race start today?Track:\u00a0Richmond Raceway\u00a0in Richmond, VirginiaDate: Saturday, August 16, 2025Time: 7:30\u00a0p.m. ET or 4:30\u00a0p.m. PTLength: 400\u00a0laps, 300\u00a0miles | Stages: 20\u00a0laps, 230\u00a0laps<\/p>\n
The Cook Out 400 is scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. ET\u00a0or 4:30\u00a0p.m. PT on Saturday, August 16. The race will be held at Richmond Raceway in Richmond, Virginia.<\/p>\n
\u00a0What channel is NASCAR on today?TV Channel:\u00a0USA Network | TSN, RDS (Canada)Live stream: Fubo<\/a>\u00a0(U.S.) | TSN+ (Canada)<\/p>\n The Cook Out 400 Richmond\u00a0race is available for live TV broadcast on USA Network in the United States. Streaming options are available on Fubo<\/a>.<\/p>\n Fubo<\/a> carries all the top leagues and teams, plus popular shows, movies and news for the entire household. Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)<\/p>\n NASCAR radio station for Cook Out 400 Richmond Race<\/p>\n Listen to the 2025 Cook Out 400 Richmond Race and every race of the NASCAR season on SiriusXM<\/a>.<\/p>\n New subscribers can enjoy SiriusXM for free for four months<\/a>. Listen to live NBA, NFL, MLB and NHL games, plus NASCAR, college sports and more. Stay updated with all the news and get all the analysis on multiple sport-specific channels.<\/p>\n NASCAR point standings 2025<\/p>\n Below are the updated standings ahead of NASCAR at Richmond.<\/p>\n RankDriverPoints1William Byron8122Chase Elliott7703Kyle Larson7314Denny Hamlin7275Christopher Bell7276Tyler Reddick7107Ryan Blaney7018Chase Briscoe6749Alex Bowman64410Bubba Wallace618NASCAR Cup Series schedule 2025<\/p>\n (All times Eastern)<\/p>\n DateRaceTrackTimeTV\/WinnerAug. 16Cook Out 400Richmond Raceway7:30 p.m.USA,\u00a0Fubo<\/a>Aug. 23Coke Zero Sugar 400Daytona International Speedway7:30 p.m.NBC,\u00a0FuboNASCAR Cup Series playoff race schedule 2025<\/p>\n (All times Eastern)<\/p>\n