### [2026-08-22](/feed/2026/08/22/index.md)

##### 2026 IndyCar Series
# The Freedom 250 Grand Prix kicks off in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Declaration of Independence, with former NASCAR driver Jeff Gordon winning the International Race of Champions. 




### Sources:

1. [Motorsport](https://www.motorsport.com/general/news/jeff-gordon-sweeps-iroc-races-in-washington-dc/10848440/)
2. [The Athletic'' via ''The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7531751/2026/08/22/jeff-gordon-wins-iroc-race-freedom-250-grand-prix/)

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