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Canadavia Global News· August 15, 2026 at 01:56 p.m.

IndyCar Racing Resumes in Markham After Friday Cancellation

Original headline: “Honda Indy Markham track sessions kickoff after Friday cancellation” — Global News

IndyCar Racing Resumes in Markham After Friday Cancellation

Key takeaways

  • Practice sessions and qualifying rounds resumed after a cancellation
  • The cancellation was due to safety concerns and certification process
  • Main races scheduled for Sunday

Following a cancellation on Friday, practice sessions and qualifying rounds for Canada's only IndyCar race commenced on Saturday morning at the newly built temporary street circuit in Markham. The decision to cancel on Friday was made to ensure safety and complete the certification process of the brand-new racetrack. Organizers apologized for the disruption caused to fans who attended the Free Fan Friday event. Races are scheduled to continue on Sunday, including the main 90-lap Ontario Honda Dealers Indy at Markham race.

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