The Honda Indy returns to Toronto for its 35th year this weekend and race fans should be excited. Taking place July 14-16 at the Exhibition Place in Toronto, the weekend will be packed with fast cars and plenty to do. Gent’s Post has you covered with the guide to this weekend’s festivities.
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Race Weekend
Honda Indy Toronto is a world-class motorsports festival that takes place annually. The track is situated along the streets surrounding Exhibition Place near Lake Ontario, downtown Toronto. The track runs a 2.874-kilometre, 11-turn temporary circuit. The event features plenty of attractions, food trucks, interactive displays, and activities. Honda Indy also supports several local charities and to date has raised $905,000 for Make-A-Wish® Canada.
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The Honda Indy Toronto is Ontario’s largest annual sporting event with the first race held in 1986. Then it was known as the Molson Indy. It’ has’s become a prestigious meeting place for some of the world’s fastest race car drivers. It is an amazing event for car enthusiasts and family outings. Anyone looking to scoop up last minute tickets can do so here.
The gates open at 8am on Friday with the first practice lap taking place at 11:15 for the NASCAR Pinty’s Series. The full schedule and details can be located here.
Electrolit
This year marks a major partnership where Honda Indy Toronto teams up with Electrolit, a premium hydration beverage. Pato Ward, one of the youngest professional racecar drivers is now an official Electrolit ambassador. The 24-year-old Arrow McLaren driver, also talks about the importance of hydration, especially as he gears up to take to Toronto’s track on July 16.
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“As I prepare for race day and as a professional athlete, staying hydrated is absolutely crucial,” said Ward. “Having Electrolit by my side gives me the confidence to performa at my best.”
