Kevin Harvick appears unimpressed by the backlash Fox receives online for their coverage of NASCAR. The introduction of the Next-Gen cars has brought more excitement to the sport, with closer battles and frequent incidents. This has put Fox and NBC, the broadcasters, in a challenging position as they struggle to cover everything that fans desire. Fox, in particular, has faced significant criticism for missing crucial moments on the track.
Last year, Fox Sports made headlines by signing the 2014 NASCAR Cup champion as a new broadcaster starting from the 2024 season. The intention behind this move was to enhance their coverage and make it more captivating and comprehensive. While the decision has had some positive impact, it has not completely silenced the fans’ criticisms.
Recently, the future Hall of Famer addressed the criticism on his podcast, Happy Hours, and shared his perspective. Harvick defended Fox by acknowledging the impossibility of capturing every single event during a race. He emphasized that they have consistently covered the top happenings on the track.
Moreover, Harvick also addressed the controversies surrounding the race at Martinsville last week, where Fox failed to broadcast the late lap incident involving prominent racers. He reminded critics that William Byron, one of the racers, had won the race, making it a special night for HMS. Therefore, it was only fitting for them to receive more airtime.
Harvick’s insights shed light on the challenges faced by Fox in covering all the action on the track. However, it is crucial for the broadcaster to listen to the fans and utilize their resources more effectively to provide better NASCAR coverage.