The unique format was initially implemented in the first practice of the season-opening round on the Streets of St. Petersburg last month, with the 75-minute session starting with all cars beginning with 20 minutes of running. From there, the field was split into two groups – by odd and even numbered pit boxes – for two 10-minute segments on an alternating basis.
With that being the baseline, IndyCar has confirmed a new update has been rolled out after series officials collaborated with drivers and teams for the second points-paying round of the 2024 season in North America’s premier open-wheel championship.
