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Drivers turn their attention from the buildings to the bumps while testing out DC's IndyCar track
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Noah Trister, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 22, 2026
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Key points Further details about the track and the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix event are available from the source. 7-mile street course has a relatively simple layout with only seven turns.
IndyCar drivers have begun testing a new track, and initial impressions are positive. The course features several notable landmarks in the background, but drivers are focused on the track itself. Series points leader Alex Palou described the track as fun to drive, despite being very bumpy.
The 1.7-mile street course has a relatively simple layout with only seven turns. However, the bumps on the track, particularly heading into certain turns, are expected to present a challenge.
Further details about the track and the upcoming Freedom 250 Grand Prix event are available from the source.
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Category: News Published: August 22, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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