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Pato O'Ward struggles in opening practice for Freedom 250 Grand Prix

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 7:31 PM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Pato O'Ward struggles in opening practice for Freedom 250 Grand Prix

Summary

Pato O'Ward and the #5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet team experienced challenges during the opening practice session for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on August 22, placing 13th overall. The session was marked by significant bumps, uneven track surfaces, and high humidity, which affected performance. O'Ward recorded a best lap time of 58.2334 seconds on the 1.7-mile, 7-turn temporary street circuit. The team aims to improve ahead of the race later this weekend.

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Key Details

•O'Ward placed 13th in the Freedom 250 practice session.
•The practice session featured a challenging track with bumps and humidity.
•O'Ward's best lap time was 58.2334 seconds.
•The Freedom 250 Grand Prix is set for later this weekend.

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Pato O'Ward and the #5 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet team endured a difficult start to the Freedom 250 Grand Prix on Saturday morning, placing 13th overall in an opening practice session defined by massive bumps, blended track surface irregularities and stifling humidity. The 27-year-old Mexican driver set a best lap of 58.2334 seconds around the newly designed 1.7-mile, 7-turn temporary street ...Keep reading
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