Kyle Kirkwood Leads the Pack at Road America: Recap of IndyCar Practice Session
The IndyCar paddock gathered at Road America, a renowned road course, after the season's first short oval race. Kyle Kirkwood set the pace by clocking the fastest lap time on Friday afternoon, continuing his winning streak from the previous week. Devlin DeFrancesco surprised fans by securing the second spot on the timing screens. Some drivers were unable to test the softer tires due to late stoppages on the track. Team Penske showcased strong performance with their drivers ranking third, fourth, and sixth. Christian Lundgaard and Alex Palou also featured prominently in the session. Two red flags interrupted the practice session, caused by Santino Ferrucci and Alexander Rossi's incidents. Despite some drivers pushing the limits, most managed to stay on track. The drivers will return for more action on Saturday morning, facing challenging weather conditions.