Kyle Kirkwood leads at Washington, D.C.'s first IndyCar race
NPR • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:36 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
The first-ever IndyCar street race in Washington, D.C., took place over the weekend. Kyle Kirkwood, a Florida native, dominated the event, leading 128 of the 147 laps. The race featured a challenging route through the National Mall, past several historic landmarks. With the race concluded, Kirkwood secured a top position on the podium, marking a significant moment for IndyCar in the nation’s capital.
- •Kyle Kirkwood led 128 laps during the race.
- •The race circuit included significant landmarks in the National Mall.
- •This was the first IndyCar street race in Washington, D.C.
- •The race took place on August 24, 2026.
- •Kirkwood finished with a strong podium performance.
- 9:36 AMNPR — Washington, D.C.'s first IndyCar race packed the National Mall - NPR
"IndyCar drivers zoomed past some of the nation's most famous landmarks this weekend. They faced novel challenges on an unconventional route.
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