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Firestone Indy 300
Homestead-Miami Speedway
October 10, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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Dario Franchitti collected his second IndyCar title in thrilling fashion during the Firestone Indy 300 at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Despite clinching a title in his first season back from a frustrating forage in stock cars, Franchitti looked as though he would finish second or third in the championship for most of the afternoon. More |
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Indy Japan 300
Twin Ring Motegi
September 19, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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With one race remaining, the hunt for the title remains wide open following Ryan Briscoe’s uncharacteristic mistake on pit lane during the Indy Japan 300 at the Twin Ring Motegi. Briscoe, who managed to run longer than his Target Chip Ganassi Racing rivals, entered the pits moments before a yellow flag flew near the halfway mark. Despite the yellow flag advantage, Briscoe collided with the inside retaining wall after lighting up his tires on his way out of the pits. More |
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PEAK Indy 300
Chicagoland Speedway
August 29th, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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Despite all but one race having been won by a Penske or Ganassi Dallara, the rivalry between both dominant teams has led to a dramatic battle for the championship that will not be decided until the final round of the season. With a potential championship in sight, Ryan Briscoe took pole for the Peak Antifreeze & Motor Oil Indy 300 at Chicagoland Speedway with teammate Helio Castroneves starting on the outside of the front row. More |
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Grand Prix of Sonoma
Infineon Raceway
August 23th, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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Part timers Will Power and Nelson Philippe saw their weekend at the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma curtailed following a serious incident prior to the race. During a practice session, Philippe spun and was t-boned by Power. Both suffered significant injuries but are expected to make full recoveries. More |
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Meijer Indy 300
Kentucky Speedway
August 1st, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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The IndyCar Series was back on form at Kentucky Speedway following several mechanical and aerodynamic changes that culminated in a dramatic photo finish that saw Ed Carpenter nearly earn his first series victory. More |
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Rexall Edmonton Indy
Edmonton City Centre Airport
July 26th, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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Despite having very little passing at the front of the field and ending under yellow, the Rexall Edmonton Indy produced another feel-good story as Will Power, who has been driving for Roger Penske on a limited schedule following Helio Castroneves’ tax evasion acquittal, earned his first victory of the season. More |
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Honda Indy Toronto
Streets of Toronto
July 12th, 2009
Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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The “Thrill from West Hill,” Paul Tracy, injected some needed excitement into the IndyCar season by nearly scoring a win in Toronto after qualifying deep in the field. Despite almost claiming the win, the Canadian went out in typical Tracy style, with a crash. More |
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