The opening practice session for the Toyota Grand Prix of Long Beach bolstered the expectations of Team Penske's drivers that Sunday's race should provide plenty of spectacle. "I think tire degradation will definitely make for [passing] opportunities," said Simon Pagenaud. "This morning the traction was very low and the rear tires were getting used up, so it's definitely going to play a role, I think. We'll see how the track changes. There's vintage [Trans Am] cars, as well, this weekend, so that might play a role in how the cars feel during the race. But yeah, should be pretty interesting." While Josef Newgarden (pictured above) felt the effects of tire...
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