The International Race of Champions (IROC) is joining the on-track lineup for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix, the NTT INDYCAR SERIES race on the streets of Washington, D.C., slated for August 22-23.

The IROC Presented by Chevrolet lineup for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend will feature a collection of motorsports legends, including former NASCAR and INDYCAR champions. Former NASCAR Cup Series champions Jeff Gordon, Kurt Busch, Bobby Labonte, Rusty Wallace and Bill Elliott will race on the 1.7-mile Freedom 250 Grand Prix street circuit around the National Mall, alongside INDYCAR and Indianapolis 500 champions Tony Kanaan, Helio Castroneves and Dario Franchitti. The drivers will compete in authentic IROC Pontiac Firebirds that raced in series competition from 1996 through 2006.

"The Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend represents a truly unique opportunity for motorsports and our country," said Ray Evernham, Co-Principal of IROC. "To see INDYCAR and IROC race on such hallowed ground, against the backdrop of some of our nation's most iconic landmarks, will be something truly special for competitors and fans alike. We are honored to have IROC included in the festivities and we look forward to putting on a great show for the fans."

"We are proud to welcome the International Race of Champions to the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend, as we honor racing history by bringing some of the sport's greatest heroes to this already legendary weekend," said Bud Denker, Chairman of the Freedom 250 Grand Prix. "IROC has always represented the best of the best, bringing together champions from across motorsports to compete on equal footing. From the current INDYCAR stars to former NASCAR and INDYCAR champions, the Freedom 250 Grand Prix will be a celebration of racing's past and present competing at one of the most iconic settings in the world."

For more information, visit freedom250gp.com.

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