Jeff Gordon absolutely owned the streets of Washington, D.C. on Saturday, sweeping both International Race of Champions events. This double victory came right before INDYCAR’s Freedom 250 on Sunday, setting an incredible tone for the weekend.
Gordon Goes Back-To-Back Against Racing Legends
These weren’t your average exhibition races, folks. The 10-lap sprints featured eight legendary drivers from different motorsports, all piloting equally prepared Pontiac Firebirds. Imagine the talent packed onto that 1.7-mile course, weaving through Pennsylvania, Constitution, and Independence avenues! The lineup was stacked with former NASCAR greats like Gordon, Rusty Wallace, Bill Elliott, Bobby Labonte, and Kurt Busch. Then you had the INDYCAR legends Tony Kanaan and Hélio Castroneves, plus road-racer Tony Kendall, all duking it out. These IROC races were the perfect support act for the INDYCAR Freedom 250 Grand Prix weekend.
A Comeback Story for the Ages
Gordon was hyped after the sweep, telling FOX Sports, “Just being out here, being a part of this special event, the fans are everywhere, celebrating 250 years of this great country , this is super special.” He couldn’t wipe the smile off his face, saying after the first race, “This is just such a blast. To be on the track with this group of drivers , legends, right?” And get this: the four-time NASCAR Cup champion and Hall of Famer did it coming from the rear of the field in the second race! Talk about a statement! This is wild because Gordon’s past IROC record in six seasons from 1995-2000 only featured one win in four races. To grab two wins in one day? “It’s a real honor to be a part of this event. I’m truly blessed,” he added.
Don’t miss the tape-delay telecast of these incredible races airing Sunday at 10 a.m. ET on FS1!
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Originally reported by Fox Sports.
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