IndyCar's Freedom 250 Race Held in Washington D.C. as Part of 250th Anniversary
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix, an IndyCar race through downtown Washington, D.C., is part of the city's 250th anniversary celebrations. Featuring 25 drivers racing 147 laps past landmarks like the U.S. Capitol and Smithsonian Museums, the event includes significant logistical efforts such as welding manhole covers and road closures. President Donald Trump will lead a ceremonial lap in his armored limousine and wave the green flag to start the race. Drivers expressed enthusiasm about racing in the capital's scenic setting.
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mint broke this story on 21 Aug, 08:47 pm. Other outlets followed.
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