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IndyCar Freedom 250 race set for downtown Washington this weekend

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

IndyCar Freedom 250 race set for downtown Washington this weekend
Summary

The NTT IndyCar Freedom 250 Grand Prix will take place this weekend in downtown Washington, D.C. The race is 250 miles long, making it the second-longest street circuit race in IndyCar history. It is part of a two-day event, with practice sessions scheduled for Saturday and qualifying races leading up to the main event on Sunday at 1 p.m. EDT. The event coincides with America's 250th birthday celebrations, authorized by an executive order from President Donald Trump. Crews have made extensive preparations, including securing manholes to ensure driver safety during the high-speed race.

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  • •Race to honor America's 250th anniversary with 250-mile circuit.
  • •Drivers will compete on streets near the National Mall and U.S. Capitol.
  • •Practice sessions and qualifying run from Saturday ahead of Sunday’s race.
  • •Expect speeds of 180-200 miles per hour on the course.
  • •Event marks a significant milestone in IndyCar's history.
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  • 9:46 PMYahoo Sports — Streets of D.C. transformed into a race track for IndyCar race this weekend
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In partnership with Freedom 250, IndyCar racers will speed around downtown Washington this weekend.

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