P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A couple hours after the first test session, drivers for the NTT IndyCar Series took to the track again on
The Thermal Club track was where the teams worked on different setups and strategies throughout the session. As track temperatures dropped, lap times also decreased, with Alex Palou topping the charts once again with a time of 1 minute 39.3373 seconds. Felix Rosenqvist set the second fastest time, while Romain Grosjean took third place. Rinus VeeKay and Christian Lundgaard followed in fourth and fifth place. Grip issues were a common challenge for all 27 drivers, causing slides and counter-steering moments throughout the session. Tire wear was high, with drivers needing to manage their grip levels for the upcoming 20-lap feature event on Sunday. Four more hours of testing were scheduled for Saturday, along with qualifying rounds in the evening.
