IndyCar drivers want to race in Washington DC again after Freedom 250
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 2:24 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026

After the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington DC, IndyCar drivers expressed enthusiasm about potentially returning to the venue. Race winner Kyle Kirkwood highlighted the race's unique energy, likening it to the Indianapolis 500. Fellow drivers, including Scott Dixon and Marcus Ericsson, also praised the setting and atmosphere, with Dixon suggesting it could surpass the Indy 500 in significance. Officials have not confirmed plans for a return, but drivers are hopeful for future races in the capital.
- •Kyle Kirkwood won the Freedom 250 Grand Prix after 147 laps.
- •Scott Dixon described the race as 'epic' and very American.
- •Marcus Ericsson called the weekend 'incredible' and hopes to return.
- •Many drivers praised the unique atmosphere and fan turnout.
- •IndyCar officials have yet to decide on a future race in DC.
- 2:24 PMYahoo Sports — Why IndyCar drivers say they would want to race in Washington DC again
"After Sunday's Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington DC, IndyCar drivers left glowing remarks. Race winner Kyle Kirkwood among those who praised DC.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
IndyCar•Oct 24, 2026, 8:03 PMColton Herta savours "super special" Austin homecoming as 2027 uncertainty remains
IndyCar•Oct 24, 2026, 2:10 PMKyle Busch, Brother Kurt Named to 2027 Motorsports Hall of Fame Class
IndyCar•Oct 23, 2026, 8:30 PMHitachi Stays on Penske’s Front Wings. The Contract That Matters Is in the Truck Shop.
IndyCar•Oct 22, 2026, 11:17 PMAlex Palou's longtime Chip Ganassi Racing IndyCar engineer to retire
IndyCar•Oct 22, 2026, 5:25 PMDanica Patrick praises Trump after rally: 'He is so easy to talk to'- IndyCar•Oct 20, 2026, 6:45 PMJack Harvey Reveals Cancer Diagnosis and Sets His Sights on the 2027 Indy 500
