Kyle Kirkwood wins IndyCar Grand Prix in Washington, D.C
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 12:06 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Kyle Kirkwood, 27, secured an impressive victory at the IndyCar Grand Prix in Washington, D.C., held on August 23, 2026. The race consisted of 147 laps around a 1.7-mile track along the National Mall, totaling about 250 miles. Kirkwood praised his crew after the race and acknowledged the significance of racing in the capital during the nation’s 250th anniversary celebrations. Despite facing challenges, including a crash affecting competitor Alex Palou, Kirkwood's win narrows the gap in the season standings as he prepares for upcoming races in Milwaukee and California. This event marks the inaugural street racing course in Washington and attract significant crowds to the area.
- •Kyle Kirkwood wins the IndyCar Grand Prix on August 23, 2026.
- •The race featured 147 laps over a 1.7-mile circuit.
- •Kirkwood's win brings him closer to season leader Alex Palou.
- •The event celebrates America's 250th anniversary.
- •Kirkwood hopes for future races in Washington, D.C.
- 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — American driver wins Grand Prix in Washington, D.C.
"Kyle Kirkwood, 27, won the race after star driver Alex Palou faced setbacks and a crash.
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