Will Buxton gives a careful defense of Indy 500 in the middle of the F1 Canadian GP Clash


The controversy over the programming Clash of the 2026 Indy 500 event with the Canadian Grand Prix continues to dominate the Motorsport scene, and Will Buxon has recently shared its reflections on this subject. It Indicate The commentator has launched a careful defense in support of the American Wheel Racing series.

The 44 -year -old brought to his account X (before Twitter) to respond to a fan that suggested that he would overestimate the importance of the Indy 500. In response to the publication, Buxton emphasized L'Escala and the prestige of the famous Oval Race.

“Single more attended to a one -day sports event on Earth. 7 million viewers in the United States this year (Peak of 8). Indy 500 is not just a race in America. It is an 110 -year -old institution,” he wrote.

The programming conflict obtained a traction when Formula 1 announced its calendar for the 2026 campaign, placing the Canadian Grand Prix on the same date as Indianapolis 500 – on May 24, 2026. This decision of the F1 governing body has since begotten in a flying of reactions between the fans, many of which are now between seeing the Montroal organ or the iconic race. oval.

Traditionally, Brickyard's show and the Monaco Grand Prix have often shared the same date, with the Montecarlo street race, which worked before and concludes before the start of the Indianapolis race. However, with both Canada and Indianapolis located in similar time areas, the logistics of how fans would be able to follow the two events have become a key discussion point.

Scott McLaughlin reacts to Indy 500 and the Canadian GP that faces

Scott McLaughlin He also shared his thoughts on the controversial Canadian Grand Grand Prize conflict that faced the Indy 500. The 32 -year -old brought to his social networks to express his disappointment in the calendar of the two events.

It Team Penske Driver used his X account to explain how the “XMas of Motorsports” believes are being ruined by the two governing bodies of the open wheels. His thoughts ended, Kiwi wrote:

“Congratulations to @f1 that ruined a single hand Motorsport Xmas. Indy 500 will be a scene next year. As well as the coke 600. Good luck.”

The ex -Supercars Campión, known for manifesting his opinion on both Indycar and Formula 1, also explained:

“Fyi … I'm sad for the race enthusiasts in me that I loved to see 3 jewelry of the crown on the same day. But instead we decided to compete with each other instead of enjoying pure motorsport. Anyway, that's.”

The decision to transfer the Canadian Grand Prix – often takes place in June – at the Day Memorial weekend, traditionally reserved for the Indy 500, continues to cause mixed reactions between fans and stakeholders. The way the two race events coexist in May 2026 is still a story worth watching.