Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 IndyCar race after Trump waves the green flag

Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar race in Washington, D.C.

President Trump and first lady Melania Trump began the Freedom 250 Grand Prix IndyCar race through the streets of Washington, D.C, with a slow lap around the course.

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Kyle Kirkwood wins Freedom 250 Grand Prix in D.C.

American IndyCar driver Kyle Kirkwood crossed the finish line in first place, claiming victory at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix in Washington, D.C.

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Reaching top speeds of about 180 mph, the cars zipped down Pennsylvania Ave between the Capitol and the White House.

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The president took part in an honorary lap and waved the green flag before the race cars zipped around the National Mall.

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The inaugural DC IndyCar race capped a summer of Trump-style elaborate celebrations for America's 250th birthday

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The president took a ceremonial lap of the track before the race, which is the culmination of a summer of events to mark the country's 250th birthday.