Iowa Speedway Will Host Indy Car Series For At Least Two More Years

Iowa Speedway Will Host Indy Car Series For At Least Two More Years
 

Iowa Speedway Will Host Indy Car Series For At Least Two More Years

Apr 01, 2008

Iowa Speedway Will Host Indy Car Series For At Least Two More Years Indy Car

Iowa Speedway director of media relations Mike Beecher said track officials have met with league officials in Indianapolis within the past month in hopes of solidifying their partnership.

The Newton track and the IRL signed a two-year extension after last season’s inaugural Iowa Corn Indy 250 drew more than 35,000 fans.

“We’re looking forward to a long and lasting relationship” Beecher said.

Indy Racing League founder Tony George sketched out future scheduling possibilities Saturday before the IndyCar Series’ season opener at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

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