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15 drivers were on track Monday for the first of two days of testing ahead of the 2024 NTT IndyCar
The Sebring short course saw almost the entire paddock prepping their machines for the upcoming season’s opening round, less than two weeks away. Alex Palou clocked the fastest lap time of 52.0883 seconds around the 1.67-mile course. Despite reigning champion starting third in the morning session, he powered to the top in his newly-designed DHL car during the afternoon. Updated car components such as a lighter Aeroscreen and gearbox housing were installed for the 2024 season, excluding the hybrid powertrain components. Pato O’Ward replaced the injured David Malukas for Monday’s testing, ensuring both #5 and #6 cars are ready for the first race in St. Petersburg on March 10. On Tuesday, the other half of the IndyCar drivers, including Will Power, Santino Ferrucci, and Romain Grosjean, are scheduled to hit the track.
