Practice makes perfect at Milwaukee

Sometimes a test can make a big difference come race weekend. AFS Racing/Andretti Green Racing teammates J.R. Hildebrand and Sebastian Saavedra hopes the extra practice makes perfect at Milwaukee.

J.R. Hildebrand Credit: Indy Lights

The two drivers were among a group of Firestone Indy Lights drivers that headed to the famed Milwaukee Mile earlier this month to prepare for this weekend's Husar's House of Fine Diamonds 100 Presented by Charter.

Hildebrand, who finished fifth at Milwaukee a year ago, is one of five drivers with prior experience at the track. He heads into the race with a five-point lead over Saavedra.

"I'm really looking forward to heading to Milwaukee this weekend," Hildebrand said. "We had a great test there a couple weeks ago and have worked on a few things since then that I think will make us even more competitive. It's going to be tough, but I think we're up for the challenge."

Saavedra got his first look at Milwaukee's layout at the test and is looking to continue the momentum which has him leading the Mesco Building Products Rookie of the Year standings.

"I think we are on top of our game, we are working hard and our efforts are paying off," Saavedra said. "From now on it's on us to keep up the good work and show how good we are. We are 'one-two' in the driver point standings and it gives us a boost on what to aim for the rest of the season. We tested in Milwaukee and we learned a lot. Hopefully we will bring home more victories."

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