Danica Patrick is eager for the IndyCar race this summer. On August 22-23, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be held in Washington, D.C.
What's happening?
The event will feature a 1.7-mile, seven-turn track around iconic national monuments.
Why it matters for Danica Patrick
Patrick, who has raced professionally in both IndyCar and NASCAR, will continue covering NASCAR and IndyCar for NBC.
What comes next?
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be the first motor race ever held in the Nation’s capital near the National Mall.
Danica Patrick expressed her excitement on Instagram, saying "On the mall and it's free!"
The IndyCar field will race by the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art, and the National Archives.
The event is set to be a spectacle, with speeds topping over 200 miles per hour.
Danica Patrick will be involved in the coverage of the event for NBC.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will take place on August 22-23, and fans can attend for free.
The track will feature a sweeping 0.4-mile frontstretch along Pennsylvania Avenue, framed by the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol.
The pit lane area will be adjacent to the track, on Pennsylvania Avenue, between Turns 1 and 2.
The ultra-competitive IndyCar field will provide an exciting experience for fans.
Danica Patrick's involvement in the event will add to the excitement, as she is a well-known figure in the racing world.
The event will be a celebration of America’s 250th birthday, and the IndyCar race will be a major part of it.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be an event to remember, with its unique track and exciting racing action.