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Concerns about the prospect of a single-lane procession at World Wide Technology Raceway were quickly dispelled during Saturday night’s NTT IndyCar Series race, which featured regular passing all t…
During Saturday night’s NTT IndyCar Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway, concerns of a single-lane procession were quickly dispelled as drivers utilized the unexpected grip in the second lane, resulting in regular passing throughout the field. The viability of the high line was evident during the special session before second practice on Friday, where cars spent significant time high on the track. The race showcased overtaking, with the aero and tire package playing a pivotal role in the quality of the racing. Drivers like Linus Lundqvist commended IndyCar for the track sweeping and noted the importance of tire performance in overtaking. Scott McLaughlin praised the technical package for enhancing race conditions, emphasizing the importance of bringing the right setup for competitive racing. Overall, drivers expressed satisfaction with the race and acknowledged the efforts of IndyCar in continually refining the racing package for optimal performance on ovals.
