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- How do track conditions change throughout a race weekend

Sure! Here are five different responses to that question:

"Track conditions can really shift over a race weekend. It all depends on the weather, how many cars are on the track, and even how much rubber gets laid down. Practice sessions can make the surface a bit grippier, while rain or wind can mess things up."

"Oh, they change a lot! You start off with fresh asphalt on Friday, and by Sunday, after all the practice and qualifying, it’s totally different. The heat, tire wear, and even the dust can make the track feel way different by race day."

"Honestly, track conditions are like a living thing during the weekend. You’ve got the morning dew, then the sun comes out and dries things up. Plus, as cars go around, they change the grip levels, so drivers have to adapt constantly."

"It’s wild how much the track can evolve! On Friday, it might be super slick and then by Sunday, after all the cars have been out there, it can be really rubbered in and fast. And don’t forget about the weather; a little rain can totally flip the script."