Best Sports on TV This Weekend (2nd-3rd August): Hungary Grand Prix & More

As July turns into August, we move ever closer to our busy weekend schedules of NFL and NBA action. We are not quite there yet, but there is still plenty to get our teeth stuck into. The fastest cars in the world make the trip over to the Hungaroring for the Hungarian Grand Prix, while NASCAR’s finest heads over to Iowa. 

Meanwhile, your favorite MLB and WNBA teams are currently jostling for position and trying to push into playoff spots, headlined by the Detroit Tigers and Philadelphia Phillies facing off on ESPN for Sunday Night Baseball.

This guide is designed to make sure you are prepared for the top sporting events of the weekend and know how to watch them. If you’re ever unsure, make sure to visit the Live Sports on TV website, where you will find up-to-date schedules and broadcast information for every sport.

Top 3 Must-Watch Sporting Events This Weekend: August 2nd-3rd

Formula 1, MLB, and WNBA make up the most highly anticipated sporting events of the first weekend in August, but you’ll also find plenty more action to enjoy in our full schedule below. 

Formula 1: Hungarian Grand Prix

• Day: Sunday, August 3rd
• Time: 9:00am ET
• Channel: ESPN, ESPN+

Formula 1 returns to one of its most historic circuits, the Hungaroring. This twisty, technical track near Budapest is the perfect test of driver skill and patience, and will play host to the next installment of the battle between the two McLarens for the world championship. Oscar Piastri pipped Lando Norris on the first lap last week in Belgium, which ended up being the difference in a tight race between the two teammates. With 16 points now separating the two, Oscar Piastri will be eager to keep his nose in front around one of Formula 1’s most testing circuits. 

While the McLarens do appear to be in a league of their own, there is plenty to fight for behind them. Ferrari and Mercedes are split by just 28 points in the constructors, and Red Bull are just 38 points behind the Mercs. With just under half the season to go, there is still plenty of action worth keeping an eye on, and every race is very important.

MLB: Detroit Tigers @ Philadelphia Phillies

• When: Sunday, August 3rd
• Time: 7:10 ET 
• Channel: ESPN, Fubo Sports US, MLB.TV

Sunday Night Baseball heads to Citizens Bank Park, as the surging Philadelphia Phillies host the Detroit Tigers. With the Tigers currently topping the American League Central and the Phillies riding second in the National League East, playoffs will be on both team’s minds, and they won’t want to drop a win here.

Detroit’s Riley Greene and Spencer Torkelson have shown flashes of brilliance this season, but they will have their work cut out against Philadelphia’s elite rotation and power-hitting duo of Trea Turner and Kyle Schwarber. Whether you are a die-hard fan or just tuning in for some prime-time fun, this regular season MLB clash will be a great addition to your weekend.

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WNBA: Indiana Fever @ Seattle Storm

• When: Sunday, August 3rd
• Time: 3:00pm ET
• Channel: ABC, ESPN+

Caitlin Clark might still be stuck on the sidelines, but the Indiana Fever are on a good run of form, and will be hoping to reach the playoff spots for just the second time since 2017. Kelsey Mitchell has been on a tear in recent weeks, scoring 20+ points in seven of her last eight games, culminating in a 35-point explosion on Sunday vs the Chicago Sky. Can they keep the good run of form going against the 15-11 Storm.

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Sports on August 2nd-3rd: ​​Full Weekend Sporting Highlights by Day

Saturday, August 2nd

• Formula 1: Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying - (10:00am ET, ESPN2, Fubo Sports US): Drivers battle for pole on the tight, twisty Hungaroring, where grid position is often decisive.
• Rugby Union: Australia v British & Irish Lions Third Test: (6:00am ET, CBSSN, Paramount+): The grand finale. Can Australia avoid the whitewash?
• MLB Regular Season - (7:15pm ET, FOX, Fubo Sports US, MLB.TV): Atlanta Braves @ Cincinnati Reds. Expect fireworks at Great American Ball Park.
• WNBA Regular Season - (3:00pm ET, ABC, ESPN+): Minnesota Lynx @ Las Vegas Aces. The 2023 champions are hosting the Minnesota Lynx as they try to get back to winning ways.
• PGA Tour Golf: Wyndham Championship, Round 3 - (3:00 PM ET, CBS, Golf Channel, Paramount+): Moving Day at Sedgefield sees players jockeying for position ahead of the final round.
• NASCAR: Iowa Corn 350 Qualifying - (2:35pm ET, TruTV): Qualifying heats up at Iowa Speedway as drivers aim for prime starting positions on Sunday..
• Boxing: Oscar Duarte v Kenneth Sims Jr. - (9:00pm ET, DAZN): Expect fireworks as two aggressive super lightweights clash in this pivotal main event.

Sunday, August 3rd

• Formula 1: Hungarian Grand Prix Race - (9:00am ET, ESPN, Fubo Sports US): Is it another walk in the park for McLaren, or can someone join in the fun? 
• MLB Regular Season - (7:10pm ET, ESPN, Fubo Sports US, MLB.TV): Detroit Tigers @ Philadelphia Phillies. Event preview in segment above.
• WNBA Regular Season - (3:00pm ET, ABC, ESPN+): Indiana Fever @ Seattle Storm. Event preview in segment above.
• PGA Tour Golf: Wyndham Championship, Round 4 - (3:00 PM ET, CBS, Golf Channel, Paramount+): Final round drama unfolds with playoff places and FedEx Cup points on the line.
• NASCAR: Iowa Corn 350 Race - (5:30pm ET, USA Network): A gritty short-oval battle caps off the weekend as NASCAR’s best test their mettle on Iowa asphalt.
• MLS Regular Season Matches - (Various times, MLS Season Pass): The next installment of thrilling MLS action streaming via Apple’s MLS Season Pass.

Remember to keep an eye on our TV sports guide each weekend, giving you a rundown of everything on each day of this weekend, with timings and broadcast information.

Written by: Venuse, Inc. (Sports Content Creator)

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