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Power: Rosenqvist “on another planet” in opening IndyCar practice
Following his off-season switch from Arrow McLaren, Felix Rosenqvist lapped his Honda-powered MSR machine in 1m00.339s, almost half a second quicker than his rivals. The rest of the top 10 were separated by less than three tenths, prompting fourth-fastest driver Power to acknowledge Rosenqvist’s exceptional performance, stating, “Felix is on another planet out there.” Rosenqvist expressed his surprise at their strong start, attributing their success to the smooth transition to Meyer Shank Racing and the excellent performance of their car. Looking ahead, Rosenqvist feels confident about their prospects on street tracks. Power, focusing on breaking his winless streak, emphasized his motivation and determination to compete at a high level this season. Armstrong, finishing third fastest, expressed satisfaction with their performance despite starting from a difficult position, highlighting the team’s competitive spirit.
