Freedom 250 Grand Prix: How does IndyCar qualifying work?

Alex Palou takes pole for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix with a chance to lock up the championship

After months of build-up and anticipation, we now know who will lead the field to green in the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.That honor — in what could be the only running of this race — goes to four-time series champion Alex Palou.After an interesting day of practice that saw drivers familiarizing themselves with the tricky, seven-corner Freedom 250 Grand Prix Circuit around the streets of Washington, D.C., it was time to bolt on some red alternate Fi…

Freedom 250 Grand Prix: How does IndyCar qualifying work?

Qualifying for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix takes over the National Mall on Saturday. Here's what you need to know.

INDYCAR Qualifying Results & TV Schedule: Washington, D.C.

The INDYCAR series is set for the Freedom 250 in Washington, D.C., with qualifying results determining the starting grid. Alex Palou claimed pole position with a lap time of 56.899 seconds, while David Malukas faced issues with a major lockup and did not advance. The race will take place on August 23, 2026, with the green flag dropping at 1:00 PM ET, broadcasted on FOX. By the Numbers Alex Palou secured pole with a lap time of 56.899 seconds. Da…

IndyCar Freedom 250 starting lineup: Alex Palou claims pole in Washington D.C.

The four-time champion dominated the Fast Six to beat Kyle Kirkwood by more than half a second for his seventh pole of 2026