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Scott McLaughlin Tops Friday Practice at Java House Grand Prix
The Team Penske driver set the fastest lap time ahead of this weekend's INDYCAR race in Arlington.
Mar. 13, 2026 at 10:07pm
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Scott McLaughlin, driving the No. 3 DEX Chevrolet for Team Penske, set the fastest lap time in Friday's practice session for the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington, a 14-turn, 2.7-mile street course race held at AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Why it matters
McLaughlin's strong practice performance suggests he will be a top contender this weekend as INDYCAR returns to the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex for the first time since 2013. The race is expected to draw large crowds and showcase the growth of open-wheel racing in the region.
The details
McLaughlin, the 2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, posted the fastest lap time of the day, indicating his No. 3 DEX Chevrolet has the pace to challenge for the win on the unique street circuit layout around the NFL and MLB stadiums.
- The Java House Grand Prix of Arlington practice session took place on Friday, March 13, 2026.
The players
Scott McLaughlin
The 2022 NTT INDYCAR SERIES champion, driving the No. 3 DEX Chevrolet for Team Penske.
Team Penske
The powerhouse INDYCAR team that fields cars for drivers like McLaughlin.
What they’re saying
“This track is really unique and challenging, but the DEX Chevy felt great out there. I'm excited to see what we can do this weekend in front of what should be a big crowd.”
— Scott McLaughlin
What’s next
Qualifying for the Java House Grand Prix of Arlington will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, setting the grid for Sunday's main race.
The takeaway
McLaughlin's strong practice performance positions him as a favorite heading into the Java House Grand Prix, as INDYCAR looks to build on its growing popularity in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
