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IndyCar leaders visit White House ahead of Freedom 250 event

Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 7:35 PM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

IndyCar leaders visit White House ahead of Freedom 250 event
Summary

IndyCar Series owner Roger Penske, Freedom 250 Grand Prix chairman Bud Denker, FOX Sports CEO Eric Shanks, reigning Drivers’ champion Alex Palou, 2026 Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist, and Penske driver David Malukas visited the White House on July 14. During the visit, they met with President Donald Trump and other officials. This event serves as a promotional appearance leading up to the upcoming Freedom 250 race. Details about the Freedom 250 Grand Prix have not been disclosed yet.

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  • •Roger Penske and other IndyCar leaders attended a White House event.
  • •The visit included discussions with President Donald Trump.
  • •Alex Palou and Felix Rosenqvist represented the drivers.
  • •The Freedom 250 event details remain pending.
  • •The trip aims to elevate the profile of IndyCar racing.
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IndyCar Series owner Roger Penske, Freedom 250 Grand Prix chairman Bud Denker, FOX Sports CEO Eric Shanks, reigning Drivers’ champion Alex Palou, 2026 Indianapolis 500 winner Felix Rosenqvist, and Penske driver David Malukas paid a visit to the White House on Monday, where President Donald Trump and other members of...

— Racerby Marshall Pruett
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