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The NTT IndyCar Series held the first of two planned open test days at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Wednesday, allowing
Poor weather was forecasted, so series officials adjusted the schedule to maximize track time. The morning session started at 9 AM, with Scott McLaughlin setting the initial speed. Josef Newgarden ended the session fastest, followed by Kyle Larson adapting well. Scott Dixon, Alex Palou, and McLaughlin completed the top five. Callum Ilott subbed for an injured driver, completing only seven laps. After the veterans, rookies had track time, with rain threatening to cut the session short. Teams hoped for a Friday makeup test due to the predicted rain on Thursday.