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The NTT IndyCar Series will try a different version of its 75-minute opening practice format in Long Beach this weekend to the one it trialed in St. Petersburg. The idea for the new format was pitc…
The NTT IndyCar Series will experiment with a modified 75-minute practice format at Long Beach this weekend, following feedback from drivers during preseason meetings. In St. Petersburg, teams initially had 20 minutes of open running before splitting into alternating groups for the remainder of the session. At Long Beach, the first 45 minutes will be open for all 27 entries, followed by split sessions for the two groups of drivers. Rookies are exempt and can run throughout the entire practice. The revised format aims to optimize track time and accommodate different types of circuits. Additionally, five minutes are set aside in case of any interruptions during the session. Overall, the new format is seen as a positive step forward in enhancing the practice experience for both drivers and teams in the series.
