With advances in virtual reality (VR) streaming technology and expanded support on Samsung XR headsets, fans can now relive the thrills of every draft, draft, and photo finish in a deeply immersive environment using the FOX Sports App on compatible devices.
What Is the Daytona 500?
Held annually at the legendary Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Florida, the Daytona 500 is the marquee event of the NASCAR Cup Series and traditionally kicks off its season.
The race covers 500 miles (200 laps) on a 2.5-mile high-speed superspeedway, drawing international attention and passionate fans each February.
Over its long history, the Daytona 500 has become one of motorsport’s most prestigious events, famous for close finishes, dramatic last-lap battles, and unforgettable stories, and now it’s becoming known for cutting-edge viewing options too.
FOX Sports Broadcast and Streaming Coverage
Traditionally, the Daytona 500 airs live on FOX, FOX One, and FS1, with comprehensive pre-race build-up, in-race commentary, and post-race analysis.
Fans around the world tune in through national TV and streaming channels, and the race is also available on the FOX Sports App for smartphones, tablets, and connected devices, whether live or on demand after the checkered flag drops.
But beyond the standard stream lies a new way of experiencing the race…
Immersive VR Replays on Samsung XR Headsets
Thanks to FOX Sports’ ongoing investment in virtual reality streaming technology, parts of the Daytona 500 have been made available in immersive 360° viewing formats.
Through the FOX Sports App powered by FOX Sports XR technology:
- Select races and key moments can be watched back in immersive 360° environments.
- The VR mode places you inside the venue, simulating trackside seating and expansive viewing angles you simply can’t get from a flat screen.
- Viewers can look around freely, shifting focus from the pack rolling through Turns 1 and 2 to the high-speed battles on the backstretch.
This is the next evolution from earlier VR efforts, where NASCAR and FOX Sports first streamed the Daytona 500 in virtual reality through platforms like Xtadium, and it now extends to Samsung XR devices.
How It Works with Samsung XR Headsets
- Download the FOX Sports App onto your Samsung XR-compatible headset or Android XR device.
- Log in to your FOX Sports account (same account you’d use on mobile or desktop).
- Open the race replay you want to watch.
- Switch to VR / 360° mode within the player to enter immersive viewing.
Thanks to responsive head tracking and high-resolution streaming, combined with Samsung’s gesture navigation, reliving classic Daytona 500 moments feels like being right there at Daytona International Speedway.
