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Sharp Cuts It Close But Earns Spot In Another 500
Sunday, 10 May, 2009 – 22:20 | Comments Off on Sharp Cuts It Close But Earns Spot In Another 500
Sharp Cuts It Close But Earns Spot In Another 500

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer
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Scott Sharp rediscovered the gamut of emotions that typically accompany qualifying at Indianapolis Motor Speedway on Sunday when he and Panther Racing teammate Dan Wheldon emerged from the wringer with …

Helio Wins The PEAK Pole Award
Saturday, 9 May, 2009 – 23:00 | Comments Off on Helio Wins The PEAK Pole Award
Helio Wins The PEAK Pole Award

Helio Castrovenes took the pole for the 2009 Indy 500.

Castroneves To Start Indy From Pole
Saturday, 9 May, 2009 – 17:05 | Comments Off on Castroneves To Start Indy From Pole
Castroneves To Start Indy From Pole

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer

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IndyCar superstar Helio Castroneves has emerged from six months of legal hell, capped by a six-week trial on federal income tax evasion charges, a better man.
Helio may even be…the Brazilian …

Penske Heads To Pole Day On A High
Friday, 8 May, 2009 – 18:30 | Comments Off on Penske Heads To Pole Day On A High
Penske Heads To Pole Day On A High

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Roger Penske could be in line for his record 15th pole at the Indianapolis 500. On the final practice day before Pole Day, Team Penske’s Ryan Briscoe and Helio Castroneves recorded the fastest laps on …

Andretti Sets Pace At Indy Practice
Thursday, 7 May, 2009 – 20:30 | Comments Off on Andretti Sets Pace At Indy Practice
Andretti Sets Pace At Indy Practice

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer

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Marco Andretti topped a list of IndyCar Series heavy-hitters quickly working up to speed during the first full day of practice Thursday for the 93rd Indianapolis 500.
Andretti turned a hot …

Life Now Bunnies And Rainbows For Danica
Thursday, 7 May, 2009 – 16:00 | Comments Off on Life Now Bunnies And Rainbows For Danica
Life Now Bunnies And Rainbows For Danica

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer
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Back in the arena where Danicamania was launched in 2005, IndyCar driver Danica Patrick says she continues to rely on a close network of family and friends to keep her …

Philippe Passes Test; Rain Halts Day 2 At Indy
Wednesday, 6 May, 2009 – 20:29 | Comments Off on Philippe Passes Test; Rain Halts Day 2 At Indy
Philippe Passes Test; Rain Halts Day 2 At Indy

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer
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Frenchman Nelson Philippe became the fifth rookie to pass the Indianapolis 500 Rookie Orientation Program Wednesday, as a persistent rain prevented veterans from logging their first practice laps of 2009 …

Rookies Kick Off 2009 Indy 500
Tuesday, 5 May, 2009 – 17:25 | Comments Off on Rookies Kick Off 2009 Indy 500
Rookies Kick Off 2009 Indy 500

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Four rookies passed the Indianapolis 500 Rookie Orientation Program Tuesday as preparations began at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the 2009 Indianapolis 500. The track was open for six rookies to participate in ROP. Three …

Tracy Heads To Indy Looking For “Second” Victory
Tuesday, 5 May, 2009 – 16:25 | Comments Off on Tracy Heads To Indy Looking For “Second” Victory
Tracy Heads To Indy Looking For “Second” Victory

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer
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Paul Tracy has returned to Indianapolis Motor Speedway with every intention of winning his second Indianapolis 500.
True enough, the Official Box Score from May 26, 2002, shows that Helio Castroneves …

Rookies Have Played Major Roles at Indianapolis
Tuesday, 5 May, 2009 – 9:09 | Comments Off on Rookies Have Played Major Roles at Indianapolis
Rookies Have Played Major Roles at Indianapolis

By John Sturbin | Senior Writer
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Four drivers will begin the grunt work Tuesday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway for one of open-wheel racing’s career-defining moments – selection as 2009 Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year. 
Stanton Barrett, …