2009 Archive
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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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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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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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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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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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Texas Motor Speedway Nov 5 - Nov 8, 2009 |
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Kurt Busch Wins the Dickie 500 |
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Kurt Busch Take a Backwards Victory Lap Around TMS |
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Honda Indy 200 Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course August 9th, 2009 Race Recap by Esteban Morales |
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Mid-Ohio Podium: 1st Dixon, 2nd Briscoe, 3rd Franchitti |
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Scott Dixon wins the Honda Indy 200 at Mid-Ohio |
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Texas Motor Speedway June 5-6, 2009 |
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IndyCar Series |
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Helio Castroneves Wins the Bombardier Learjet 550K
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Helio Castroneves Takes the Race Lead In the Pits |
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The closing laps of the Camping World Grand Prix at Watkins Glen International featured a familiar site. Team Penske’s Ryan Briscoe battled a loose Dallara as he tried to fend off Target Chip Ganassi Racing’s Scott Dixon. Behind Dixon was Briscoe’s teammate, Helio Castroneves. More |
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In a bid to improve its on-track product, the IndyCar Series has announced a variety of aerodynamic options for 1.5-mile ovals that will take effect later this season. Teams will now have the option of using tire ramps, sidepod extensions, and brake backing plates. More |
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Following a dull showing at the Texas Motor Speedway, the IndyCar Series was back on form in Iowa for the Iowa Corn Indy 250. Indy 500 winner Helio Castroneves started from pole after the grid was set based on entrant points due to wet weather during qualifying. The event got off to a rocky start when E.J. Viso and Robert Doornbos spun while exiting Turn 4 on the opening lap. More |
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After a sensational month at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Helio Castroneves was humbled at The Milwaukee Mile. An accident during qualifying set the tone for Castroneves’ run during the ABC Supply/A.J. Foyt 225. Despite starting last, Castroneves salvaged an 11th place finish in what he called “a long day.” More |
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Helio Castroneves dramatically earned his third victory at the Brickyard. After having been acquitted of tax evasion charges in April, Castroneves returned to the cockpit of an IndyCar and began building momentum leading up to the 500. At Long Beach Castroneves finished in the top ten. More |
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Texas Motor Speedway April 3 - April 5, 2009 |
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Jeff Gordon Wins the Samsung 500 |
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Jeff Gordon Ends a Long Winless Streak at Texas |
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