P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Qualifying from Laguna Seca was a difficult affair, as nearly the entire field struggled to get a handle on the softer red walled tires in the hotter-than-expected conditions. The one driver that mastered the conditions best was Alex Palou, with the Spaniard setting a quick time of 1:07.1465. He reported that the heat did not […]
Alex Palou was the top performer of the day, setting a quick time of 1:07.1465 despite changing grip levels due to the heat. Kyle Kirkwood and Felix Rosenqvist secured the second and third starting positions, part of the Honda-powered group dominating the top six. Both Josef Newgarden and Will Power from Team Penske had a tough qualifying, failing to advance to the next round. The race on Sunday will showcase a diverse starting grid, promising an exciting challenge for drivers on a track with limited overtaking opportunities. The green flag will drop at 3:30 PM Eastern Time for the IndyCar race at Laguna Seca.
