Kurt Busch will compete in the International Race of Champions (IROC) race at the Freedom 250 Grand Prix of Washington D.C. on August 22-23. He will race alongside other NASCAR and IndyCar legends.
What is IROC?
IROC is a premier all-star competition that unites top drivers from various racing disciplines to compete in identical cars.
Why is it significant for Kurt Busch?
Kurt Busch's participation in IROC is significant as it brings together champions from different motorsports backgrounds to compete on equal footing.
The IROC lineup for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend features a star-studded collection of motorsports legends, including former NASCAR Cup Series champions Jeff Gordon, Bobby Labonte, Rusty Wallace, and Bill Elliott.
What can fans expect?
Fans can expect to see Kurt Busch and other legends compete in authentic IROC Pontiac Firebirds on the 1.7-mile Freedom 250 Grand Prix street circuit around the National Mall.
The event will deliver an unmatched combination of past and present, with legends of the sport returning to the spotlight alongside today's racing stars competing in the NTT IndyCar Series.
Kurt Busch will practice and race on the Freedom 250 Grand Prix street circuit on Saturday, August 22, and will also host a free autograph session for fans.
The Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend will provide a once-in-a-lifetime celebration of America's 250th birthday, with world-class racing from IndyCar and IROC set against the backdrop of historic landmarks.