Formula 1

I have DVR set to record all practice and qualifying sessions including the race for Formula 1 but the last two weeks, it has not recorded the 3rd practice session or qualifying. This seems to be related to the races being in North America, specifically Texas and Mexico City where the broadcast is through a Local network instead of espn as usual. I check to make sure the recording is valid and it appears so on the menu but these do not record. Is there any reason why?