INDYcar at Odds in Boston
IndyCar Was Set To Debut In Boston; Debut Now In Doubt
Story By: MIKE BAKER / RACERSGUIDE.COM STAFF WRITER Photos By:CHRIS OWENS / INDYcar SERIES PHOTOS
Boston MA – May 3, 2016 – News poured out over the weekend of the possibility of IndyCar losing their date on the streets of Boston. The race that was planned for Labor Day weekend around Boston’s convention center.
Although the idea of more street circuits are not ideal for IndyCar fans, Bostonians rejoiced in the fact their city would hold the historic series. The initial agreement to hold the open wheel series was for 5 years around a 2.25 mile street circuit over looking Boston’s Seaport District.
“We are obviously disappointed with these media reports and are in the process of gathering additional details and will respond accordingly at the appropriate time….At this stage it is premature for INDYCAR to comment further on the situation locally in Boston or the prospect of an alternate event.” Official statement from IndyCar read.
President of the Boston Grand Prix, John Casey told The Boston Globe “The relationship between us and the city is not working..The relationship is untenable.” Looks as to he can no longer cooperate with city representatives.
It is still unclear as what the final word will be for the Boston Grand Prix. Reports are stating IndyCar have already began talks to hold a race in the greater New England area. Some look at the streets around New England Patriots facility, Gillette Stadium. Watkins Glen International could also play host the same weekend and also is an open weekend for the New York State road course.
The loss of a race will now cut down on a already dwindling IndyCar schedule which would hold only 15 races on 14 race weekends. Many have argued for a 20 race schedule for upcoming years, unfortunately high costs of the sport and lower payouts cut into that argument.
