WE are about two hours from the first IMSA Weather Tech practice. Michelin Pilot Challenge just concluded their first practice session. Porsche Carrera Cup is getting set for their second round on track.

As I walked through the plaza and through the garage area, something felt odd. I realized I had not seen anyone that I knew. So far it is a new group of fans here. I’m sure Indycar fans will be here the rest of the weekend, but what a strange feeling to walk around the place I’ve been coming to multiple times for more than 50 years and not see one person that I recognized.

From earlier:

IMSA-Sports Cars Return to IMS

IMSA- Sports Cars Return to IMS

In the just completed Michelin Pilot Challenge practice round, Robert Wickens finished third in class, 0.14 seconds off the leader.

Here is a photo of the coolest looking car in the field.

I will be back after IMSA Weather Tech Practice.