IndyCars practice runs rev up Washington D.C. for Freedom 250 Grand Prix
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:26 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
Practice runs for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix took place on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C. on August 22, 2026. Drivers navigated the newly created 1.7-mile course, racing at speeds up to 180 mph. The event is the first NTT Indycar Series race on the National Mall, featuring a qualifying race for the main event set for Sunday. Concerns were raised about potential vibrations affecting nearby structures, with precautions in place at the National Gallery of Art. First Lady Melania Trump announced a new initiative in support of the race during the event buildup.
- •IndyCars raced on a temporary track along Pennsylvania Avenue.
- •First Lady Melania Trump attended the event announcement.
- •Drivers practiced ahead of the Grand Prix scheduled for August 23.
- •Vibration concerns led to protective measures at the National Gallery of Art.
- •The event results from a January executive order from President Donald Trump.
- 5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Revved Up in Washington D.C.: Freedom 250 Grand Prix Turns up Stunning Shots of Pennsylvania Ave Racetrack
"Stunning video captured practice runs of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, with sleek race cars zooming down Pennsylvania Avenue.
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