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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Trump Waves Green Flag as IndyCar Makes History in Washington DC
Caption: Trump Waves Green Flag as IndyCar Makes History in Washington DC. President Donald Trump waved the green flag to start Washington DC's first professional IndyCar road race. The Freedom 250 Grand Prix formed part of celebrations marking America's 250th birthday this summer. Kyle Kirkwood won the race, securing his seventh career IndyCar victory after 147 challenging laps. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump took a ceremonial lap aboard the presidential limousine, The Beast. His new Air Force One then flew over the capital as they crossed the finish line. Twenty-five drivers raced at speeds reaching 190 miles per hour past Washington's famous landmarks. The 250-mile circuit passed the Washington Monument, National Mall museums and finished near the US Capitol. Organizers expected around 140,000 spectators, with many receiving free tickets through a public lottery. The massive event required extensive security measures, road closures and even temporary airport airspace restrictions. For American drivers, racing through the nation's capital was described as a uniquely historic experience. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
Keywords: Current Affairs and Politics,Donald Trump,IndyCar,Washington DC,Freedom 250 Grand Prix,Kyle Kirkwood,Melania Trump,Air Force One,The Beast,Washington Monument,National Mall,US Capitol,250-mile race,140,000 spectators
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