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For the third consecutive day, the 33 drivers of the 110th Indianapolis 500 enjoyed a full day of practice under clear skies. Six hours of open track time was available for any and all to work through any testing programs they needed in preparation for the year’s biggest race. There were two different schools of […]
For the third consecutive day, the 33 drivers of the 110th Indianapolis 500 had a full day of practice under clear skies, with six hours of open track time available.
Different strategies were evident during the practice, with some focusing on race simulations and others gearing towards qualifying pace.
Pato O’Ward set the fastest lap of the day at 227.308 MPH, followed closely by the Meyer Shank Racing trio and Alexander Rossi.
Takuma Sato topped the no-tow rankings, showcasing his speed without traffic ahead, while Team Penske experimented with a unique hybrid deployment strategy.
Despite minimal issues and interruptions, teams took the opportunity to fine-tune their cars for the weekend ahead, with rain threatening the coming days.
Friday’s practice sessions will be crucial as drivers prepare for qualifying runs with increased turbo boost and the specter of potential rain looming over the weekend.
