Over hallowed ground

The first day of action from the US
A moody sky above Indy
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A moody sky above Indy
The day started with heavy rain
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The day started with heavy rain
But once it cleared the pilots took to the skies
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But once it cleared the pilots took to the skies
Dolderer was back to his Championship winning best
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Dolderer was back to his Championship winning best
As was current Champion Yoshihide Muroya
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As was current Champion Yoshihide Muroya
The Challengers only few one session, but set some impressive times
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The Challengers only few one session, but set some impressive times
Martin Sonka also set impressive times...
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Martin Sonka also set impressive times...
However, Michael Goulian topped both timesheets
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However, Michael Goulian topped both timesheets
The 2018 lineup at one of the most famous locations for motorsport
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The 2018 lineup at one of the most famous locations for motorsport

After the weather settled, the pilots of the Red Bull Air Race were able to fly their Free Practice sessions and feel out the 2018 Indianapolis racetrack. Here are some of the best images from today's action.

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