Will Power, after 17 seasons with Team Penske, has joined Andretti Global and participated in his first test with the team at Phoenix Raceway, marking a new chapter in his IndyCar career as he adjusts to a different team environment and prepares for the upcoming season.
Conor Daly led the Iowa Speedway test among 21 IndyCar drivers, with rain delaying the start but extended running allowing teams to gather data. Daly's fastest lap was 181.315 mph, and the test helped improve tire performance for the upcoming race, with teams scrapping the second day due to extensive track activity.
Robert Kubica led the opening test session at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the Ferrari 499P, setting the fastest lap, with other top contenders including Toyota, Cadillac, Porsche, and Lexus also showcasing strong performances amidst incidents and safety car periods.
Alex Palou of Chip Ganassi Racing led the morning test at Thermal Club with a quick lap, followed by Christian Lundgaard and Marcus Armstrong. The session provided valuable insights for tuning cars ahead of the $1 Million Challenge all-star heat races on Sunday, with tire degradation being a key concern. No caution periods were required, and action resumes in the afternoon.