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ℹ️ About Portland
The BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland brings IndyCar racing to the Pacific Northwest at Portland International Raceway. This road course event features 110 laps of high-speed action covering 216 miles on Portland's 1.964-mile circuit. The Portland track offers 12 challenging turns, including the famous Shelton Chicane at the end of the front straight. Fans can watch drivers navigate the flat but technical layout that has hosted open-wheel racing since 1984.
Portland International Raceway stands on historic ground, built on the former site of Vanport, a city destroyed by flooding in 1948. The track has welcomed racing legends like Mario Andretti, Michael Andretti, and recent champions competing for victory. The 2025 race continues this legacy as part of the NTT IndyCar Series.
Competitors will pilot the Dallara IR-12 chassis with 2.2-liter V-6 twin-turbocharged engines from Honda and Chevrolet. The 2025 season introduces hybrid technology to the IndyCar Series, adding a new dimension to racing at Portland. Teams must manage the technical demands of PIR's layout while executing perfect pit strategies.
The Portland event has produced memorable moments, including the 1997 race where Mark Blundell beat Gil de Ferran by just 0.027 seconds in a dramatic three-wide finish. The circuit provides several passing zones, with Turn 7's hard braking area creating opportunities for bold overtaking moves.
Portland International Raceway serves as more than a racing venue. The facility hosts various motorsports activities throughout the year and generates approximately $32 million in economic impact for Multnomah County. The 2025 BITNILE.COM Grand Prix of Portland will showcase the best of IndyCar racing on Fox networks with commentary from Will Buxton, Townsend Bell, and James Hinchcliffe.
This Portland IndyCar race promises close competition and skilled driving on a track that combines technical challenges with racing history. The event attracts fans from across the Pacific Northwest to witness top drivers battle for position on this classic American road course.
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