Only nine cars took advantage of the morning practice session, and it was rare to see more than one car on track at a time.

Jack Harvey put together four laps quicker than 230 mph. Charlie Kimball was slowest. at 227 mph.

The sky is overcast and temperatures are pleasant right now. If the cloud cover stays conditions will be ideal for qualifying.

Notes

it was nice to see the garage area filled with fans and the frenetic activity of the teams preparing their cars.

IMS needs to establish distinct entry and 4xit lanes for Gasoline Alley. The area gets very congested with people entering and exiting the same space.

Can the PA announcer a dial it back a bit so we just enjoy the sound of the cars? This isn’t radio where dead air is a bad thing. Too much chatter.

I jopeto.0ost an update around 3 pm