Good morning from IMS. Fans are already streaming in for the 1 pm practice.

To review the procedure, the Fast 12 cars practice for one hour, followed by the four cars in the Last Chance Qualifying.

During the qualifying runs, cars make attempts in inverse order of their speeds from yesterday.

The qualifying order

Waving the Green

Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White will wave the green flag to start today’s program. White is beginning her second stint coaching the Fever, whose season started yesterday with a 93-58 win over Chicago.

White, Aliyah Boston, and Makayla Timpson met with media this morning.

Television

I have heard mixed reviews of FOX qualification coverage. The main issues fan had were the channel switching, full screen commercials, and full screen interviews while cars were on track.

FOX has seemed to be responsive to suggestions so far, and I hope they listen to these complaints. Frankly, from the races I’ve seen on television this year, I’m concerned about the quality of next Sunday’s broadcast.

At the very least, I hope to see a pit stop timer. All interviews and breaks should be side by side, and no commercials the last 15 laps.

I’ll be back with a post practice report a little after 3.