American IndyCar is hitting the streets of Washington, D.C. with its Freedom 250 Grand Prix this August. The event will be free for spectators to attend and broadcast by Fox but will be funded by taxpayers through the Department of the Interior’s budget.
IndyCar is an open wheel auto racing form in the U.S. and is governed by IndyCar, LLC. It features several races each year, including the famous Indianapolis 500. The races use a variety of tracks, including ovals, road courses and street circuits.
“This race will showcase the majesty of our great city as drivers navigate a track around our iconic national monuments in celebration of America’s 250th birthday,” said the executive order President Donald Trump signed.
The official route is being designed by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and should be completed by Feb 13.
“The Department of the Interior is proud to help bring the historic Freedom 250 Grand Prix to showcase our treasured public spaces through a monumental event that captures the American spirit in the heart of our nation’s capital,” said Burgam. “Start your engines, America.”
To stay up to date with the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, visit www.freedom250gp.com.
Author: Jacob Merrill
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