Newgarden records fastest lap in IndyCar practice at Milwaukee Mile
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 12:11 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Josef Newgarden of Team Penske posted the fastest lap during IndyCar practice at the Milwaukee Mile on August 29, achieving a top speed of 159.430 mph. Drivers were active throughout the session, focusing on setups for both qualifying and the race. Alex Palou initially led before Newgarden took over the top spot. Following this practice session, teams will prepare for qualifying.
- •Josef Newgarden recorded a lap time of 159.430 mph.
- •Alex Palou was the previous fastest driver before Newgarden.
- •All teams utilized the single practice session for various setups.
- •The event took place at the Milwaukee Mile on August 29.
- 12:11 AMRacer — Newgarden quickest in busy IndyCar practice at Milwaukee
"With a single practice session to use for qualifying setups, race setups, and to perform pit stop practice, IndyCar drivers were in constant motion at the Milwaukee Mile Friday. Team Penske’s Josef Newgarden wrested the fastest lap from Alex Palou with a best of 159.430mph.
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