IndyCar practice session in Markham delayed due to track construction issues
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

IndyCar's practice session for the Ontario Honda Dealers Grand Prix of Markham, scheduled for Friday, has been delayed as the track build is not yet completed. Originally set to start at 3:05 p.m. ET, it has been rescheduled to 6 p.m. ET due to ongoing construction, including the installation of fencing and barriers. The completion of the 12-turn, 2.19-mile street course began on July 19. Drivers like Scott Dixon and Alex Palou expressed optimism about the track's quality and layout once it is operational, praising the recently repaved surface. The anticipation among fans remains high as they fill the grandstands while waiting for activity to commence.
- •IndyCar practice delayed from 3:05 p.m. to 6 p.m. ET.
- •Track construction ongoing with no major issues reported.
- •Drivers anticipate a quality racing surface at the new venue.
- •Fans present in the grandstands as they await the session's start.
- •Alex Palou leads the IndyCar championship standings.
- 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — IndyCar calls off Friday Markham practice session with construction still ongoing
- 8:18 PMYahoo Sports — IndyCar’s Grand Prix Of Markham Practice Delayed By Track Build Issues
"IndyCar's Friday practice for the Ontario Honda Dealers Grand Prix of Markham has experienced a delay as the track build is not yet completed. The reason behind del
"IndyCar postponed Friday practice at the new Markham street course because construction was not finished.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 9:51 PMIndyCar calls off Friday Markham practice session with construction still ongoing
IndyCar postponed Friday practice at the new Markham street course because construction was not finished.
- Yahoo SportsAug 14, 2026, 8:18 PMIndyCar’s Grand Prix Of Markham Practice Delayed By Track Build Issues
IndyCar's Friday practice for the Ontario Honda Dealers Grand Prix of Markham has experienced a delay as the track build is not yet completed. The reason behind del
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