Trump waves green flag kicking off high-speed IndyCar race through Washington
President Trump attended the inaugural Freedom 250 IndyCar race in Washington D.C., which was held to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. The event featured professional drivers racing through the capital's streets, drawing large crowds despite significant logistical challenges.
Why it matters
The event represents a unique intersection of high-profile political presence and major urban sporting events in a capital city.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Kwasi Gyamfi Asiedu and Helena Humphrey , at the IndyCar fan zone in Washington DC Reuters US President Donald Trump was among hundreds of people who gathered to see the IndyCar race through the streets of Washington DC on Sunday, marking the culmination of a series of summer events to celebrate the country's 250th birthday.
Driver Kyle Kirkwood won the race, earning his seventh career Indycar win.
Ahead of the race, the president and First Lady Melania Trump took a ceremonial lap of the 1.7-mile track in his presidential limousine, The Beast.
As they reached the finish line, Trump's new Air Force One completed a flyover above the capital.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is the first time professional road racing has been hosted in the capital.
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