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IndyCar Freedom 250 set for August 23 in Washington, D.C

6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 9:06 AM

Last updated Aug 23, 2026

IndyCar Freedom 250 set for August 23 in Washington, D.C
Summary

The IndyCar Series prepares for the inaugural Freedom 250 on August 23, taking place on a 1.7-mile street course in Washington, D.C. The race consists of 147 laps, with qualifying scheduled for August 22. Alex Palou leads the championship standings, having secured six wins this season. Close competition remains for second place among Kyle Kirkwood, David Malukas, and Christian Lundgaard, who are separated by just six points. Key race coverage will begin at 1 p.m. ET, with the green flag set for 1:13 p.m.

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By the Numbers
  • •Race scheduled for August 23 in Washington, D.C.
  • •147 laps on a 1.7-mile street course
  • •Qualifying set for August 22
  • •Alex Palou leads standings with six wins
  • •Close battle for second among Kirkwood, Malukas, and Lundgaard
Latest Updates
  • 9:06 AMYahoo Sports — IndyCar Freedom 250 start time, TV, streaming, lineup for Washington, DC race
  • 9:09 PMYahoo Sports — Indy car fans enthusiastic about historic D.C. Freedom 250 race
  • 5:09 PMYahoo Sports — IndyCar Freedom 250 in D.C. is Roaring Success
  • 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Where to watch IndyCar Freedom 250: Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for Washington, D.C. race
  • 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — IndyCar Series 2026: How to watch the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C., streaming info, channel and more
  • 10:09 AMYahoo Sports — IndyCar race: Freedom 250 in Washington DC start time, green flag, qualifying
What they're saying
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Freedom 250 Brings Racing, History and an Unforgettable Fan Experience to D.C. Washington, D.C., has officially become a racing town. The inaugural Freedom 250 Grand Prix is delivering exactly what a celebration of America’s 250th birthday should look like: big, loud, fast and unforgettable. Credit belongs to Roger Penske, Penske Entertainment and President Donald Trump…

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IndyCar will commemorate the 250th anniversary of America's independence with a race through the streets of D.C. Here's when and where to watch.

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The IndyCar Series heads to the famous streets of Washington, D.C., for the Freedom 250: Qualifying, race schedule, start time, how to watch.

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