IndyCar drivers grapple with adjusting to Detroit Grand Prix street course
IndyCar drivers are facing challenges as they adjust to the Detroit Grand Prix street course. The circuit, which returned to downtown Detroit in 2023, is known for its bumpy and tight layout. Drivers like Scott Dixon and Alex Palou are preparing for a demanding race weekend with qualifying on Saturday and the race on Sunday.
- ▪The Detroit Grand Prix circuit is 1.7 miles long with nine turns, making it a physically and mentally challenging course.
- ▪Scott Dixon, a six-time IndyCar champion, expressed concerns about the circuit's tightness and lack of room for error.
- ▪Alex Palou was the fastest in the first practice session, followed by Kyle Kirkwood and Will Power.
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