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Unexpected Circuit Breaker Failure Plunges FOX’s Thermal Club IndyCar Grand Prix into Darkness

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
March 24, 2025
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Unexpected Circuit Breaker Failure Plunges FOX’s Thermal Club IndyCar Grand Prix into Darkness

The live FOX broadcast of The Thermal Club IndyCar Grand Prix experienced an unexpected blackout on Sunday, leaving both domestic and international viewers in the dark for nearly a quarter of an hour. This unexpected occurrence disrupted both television and radio broadcasts onsite, leading to an abrupt pause in the programming.

This unforeseen event forced FOX into a frenzy, hastily airing a series of commercials as they navigated the sudden loss of content. In a quick attempt to fill the void, they switched gears, transitioning to the NASCAR Cup race taking place at Homestead-Miami.

The Thermal Club IndyCar Grand Prix, located in the heat-soaked Coachella Valley in California, was conducting the race in sweltering conditions, with temperatures hitting 90 degrees. Initial suspicions pointed towards the extreme heat as the possible cause of the blackout.

However, an official from IndyCar provided a different explanation to RACER. He attributed the sudden interruption to a malfunctioning circuit breaker situated in the TV compound. This technical glitch resulted in the broadcast going offline from lap 31 until approximately lap 42 of the 65-lap race, which was ultimately claimed by Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing.

This incident underscores the challenges faced by broadcasters in managing live programming, especially in harsh weather conditions. It also highlights the significance of having reliable backup plans in place, to swiftly counter such unexpected situations. This ensures that viewers across the globe remain connected to the event, experiencing the thrill and excitement of the race without any interruptions.

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