China could become the latest addition to the IndyCar calendar, albeit with a non-championship scoring event, to be held in the Fengtai District of Beijing, according to series CEO Mark Miles.
Miles, CEO of INDYCAR parent company Hulman & Company, has held ambitions to host IndyCar events outside of the Western Hemisphere to expand the series' appeal and is currently in advanced discussions with local organisers to host a street race in the Chinese capital.
"For many months IndyCar has participated in discussions regarding a non-championship event in the Fengtai District of Beijing, China," said Miles.
"If scheduled, this race would occur in October following the conclusion of the 2016 season."
Miles warned nothing had been agreed and there remained many hurdles to clear, but he is confident the event would be a success.
"At this point, arrangements for this event have not been finalised and a number of important issues must be resolved before such an event can be added to the schedule," he added.
"IndyCar is pleased with the amount of interest in China and the substantial effort that has been made to try and make this proposed event a reality.
"We would hope to share any news on whether this event will occur by early June."
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