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The NTT IndyCar Series took to the streets of St. Petersburg, Florida for the first practice session of the new
Rosenqvist made an impressive debut for Meyer Shank Racing, setting the pace with a fast lap time in practice. Pato O’Ward and Marcus Armstrong followed closely behind in second and third positions, respectively. Will Power and Rinus VeeKay completed the top five in a diverse mix of teams at the front. Changes in car components and tire compounds led to faster overall lap times compared to last year’s practice sessions. A new practice format, splitting the field into two groups, proved effective in providing clearer track space for drivers to run fast laps. Although there were a few red flags for drivers sliding off track, overall it was a productive first practice session setting the stage for Saturday’s upcoming sessions.
