Rolex 24 to be broadcast in Times Square
“The Rolex 24 has re-emerged as the event I fell in love with when I first covered it for television in the early '80's," said SPEED/FOX Sports host Bob Varsha. “Back then, everyone, and I mean everyone, converged on Daytona in January to shake off the winter blues. Why that magic went away is a long story, but Grand-Am has recaptured it. Â
“The Rolex 24 driver lineup is a race fan's dream, and the stock car and open-wheel boys and girls know this isn't a cameo; the Rolex Series regulars are fast and know all the tricks in these cars," Varsha added.
“Sure, it's a one-off for the visiting stars with no points to worry about, but everyone's goal, series regular or hired gun, is to put a win in the Rolex 24 at Daytona on their resume. The new Pirelli tires are wicked fast, and while winning any 24-hour race is no weekend at the golf course, the Rolex is simply flat-out, all the time. The weather is always a factor, as are the long hours of darkness, and racing luck can send the biggest star home humbled. Just ask Tony Stewart. I can't wait." Â
           Rolex 24 at Daytona broadcast schedule (all time ET and subject to change): Â
* Jan. 26, 1-2:30 p.m. – FOX (simulcast in Times Square)
* Jan. 26, 2:30-10 p.m. – SPEED
* Jan. 27, 6 a.m. – 2 p.m. – SPEED
           Varsha will be joined in the booth by former racers David Hobbs and Dorsey Schroeder, who will provide analysis, and Leigh Diffey, who will deliver play-by-play. Brian Till, Calvin Fish, Chris Neville and Andrew Marriott will be reporting from the Daytona pits.