IndyCar News: Andretti Global Dominates INDY NXT Practice 2 at Java House GP

Andretti Global asserted early control at the brand-new Arlington street circuit, with Max Taylor topping Practice 2 for the INDY NXT by Firestone Java House Grand Prix of Arlington.

The 18-year-old American driver, piloting the No. 28 Susan G. Komen entry, set the fastest lap of the session at 1m38.8321s, showcasing his quick adaptation to the challenging 14-turn, 2.73-mile temporary layout winding around AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field.

Taylor’s teammate, Seb Murray, was in second place with a solid 1m39.2967s in the No. 27 Prosperity entry, while another Andretti driver, Lochie Hughes, claimed third with a time of 1m39.3005 in the No. 26 car.

Rookie sensation Tymek Kucharczyk kept the pressure on, posting the fourth-fastest time of 1m39.3016s in the No. 71 HMD Motorsports.

Rounding out the top five was Myles Rowe in the No. 99 Abel Motorsports with Force Indy entry with a time of 1m39.4273s.

Andretti Global’s strong showing continues their momentum from earlier 2026 rounds, with Taylor proving once again to be a front-runner on street courses. With qualifying and the race still ahead, the team looks poised to challenge for pole and victory on this demanding new track.

Autoracing1 spoke with Myles Rowe before he started the session about the new track.  The American commented that this track is great and that he thinks it will be his favorite of all time.

This was the final practice session for the Series.  Qualifying is scheduled for 3:30 pm CT today, with their race starting at 10 am CT on Sunday.

Lucille Dust reporting live from Arlington