A Day To Forget

What a disappointing day in Kentucky. Most of all I'm sad for the fans that paid $25 hard earned dollars at the gate which opened at just 5pm.Don't get me wrong, I understand that they have had a ton of rain the last few days. But considering that the track was just build in 2000, today was ridiculous. When I woke up around 6:30am in my hotel just west of Kentucky Speedway it was wet, but the sky was clear and a drop didn't fall for the rest of the day.When I got to the track around 11:30 the crews at KMS were obviously working hard on the weepers,...

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REPORT: Indycar Schedule Unveiled

According to Robin Miller:Rio de Janeiro-TwistySt. Petersburg-TwistyBirmingham-TwistyLong Beach-TwistyKansas-OvalIndianapolis-OvalTexas-OvalIowa-OvalWatkins Glen-TwistyToronto-TwistyEdmonton-TwistyMid Ohio-TwistySonoma-TwistyChicago-OvalKentucky-OvalMotegi-OvalHomestead-OvalWith the loss of ovals Richmond and Milwaukee and the addition of Brazil and Birmingham, by my count, thats 9 road/street and 8 ova...

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Kentucky Preview

By: Tony DonohueThe Indy Car Series hits the lights Saturday night at Kentucky Speedway for the Meijer Indy 300. Twenty three drivers will run for the win, including three women, Indy Car regular Danica Patrick as well as part timers Sarah Fisher and Milka Duno. This year’s race has plenty to get excited about.Last year, Helio Castroneves inherited the lead under yellow, but didn’t play the fuel mileage card in his favor as Scott Dixon passed Helio coming to the checkered flag. It was Dixon’s sixth win of the year. This year, Dixon is tied with...

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Wheldon Out At Panther??

In Robin Miller's recent Q&A mailbag, he had this answer replying to a question about Dan Wheldon:First off, do you really think he left Ganassi? Chip had a verbal commitment from Kanaan before he did a 180 and then Dario got the seat. Wheldon didn't have many options, not to get paid what he's making, but now I understand he wants out of Panther as quickly as possible....

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REPORT: Tagliani Leaving Conquest

According to RDS, Canadian Alex Tagliani has decided to leave Conquest racing. Conquest has ran Tags on sponsorship dollars from the Edmunton Indy race which obviously ran dry now that the race has been run. Alex says that he's now looking for and Indycar ride in 2010."Despite the good performance early in the season, I do not feel that the team leaned to 100%" -Alex Tagli...

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Push To Pass To Be Implemented For Kentucky & Beyond

Curt Cavin of Indianapolis Star fame is reporting that the Indycar Series will implemented a push to pass system for the remainder of the 2009 season.The system will include:20 uses per raceAdditional 5-20 Horse Power per use depending on fuel mixtureWill last 12 secondsMandated 10 seconds of down time between usesThe push to pass option should be very interesting this weekend,...

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Q&A With Robbie Floyd

16th And Georgetown: Now that were about half way through the 2009 season, what's been your favorite moment?Robbie Floyd: It may sound cheesy, but seeing Helio at Long Beach. Everybody had their thoughts on what would happen with his trial. But for him to be in Long Beach around the the people that really care about him, and that he cares about was special. A day earlier his...

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Barber Confirmed For '10 And Beyond

After multiple reports that Barber Motorsports Park will be on the 2010 Indycar Series schedule, it became officially official when Curt Cavin reported via twitter that the reports are indeed true. Cavin says that BMP will be inserted into the April 9-11 slot, and that it is a 3 year contract.Expect the full 2010 IRL schedule to be released by Sund...

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Edmonton Preview

By: Tony DonohueAfter a well deserved weekend off after a wild and crazy race at Toronto, the Indy Car Series stays north of the border for the Rexall Edmonton Indy. The 1.96 mile temporary street course set at Edmonton City Centre Airport hopes to pick up where Toronto left off.In 2008, Paul Tracy returned to open wheel competition, finishing fourth for Vision Racing. This year's Edmonton Indy will be Paul's fifth start this season as he will once again drive for KV Racing Technology.In the inaugural Rexall Edmonton Indy, Scott Dixon took the...

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Joie Quits & Chit Hits The Fan

Just a day after Joie Chitwood resigned as President of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.... ...

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Quatro Gets Hitched

Anthony (A.J.) Foyt IV and Casey Irsay were married Saturday evening in a simply elegant ceremony held at the Calistoga Ranch resort in the Upper NapaValley wine country. With a wedding theme of black and white, the couple exchanged vows amidst a spectacular backdrop of Lommel Lake and the surrounding canyon with family and friends attending from all over the country. Radiant in her Caroline Herrera-designed wedding gown, the beautiful flaxen-haired bride appeared to glide to the white rose laden wedding bower escorted by her father Jim...

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Joie Chitwood Resigns As President of IMS

(Photo Courtesy of IndianaRacing.net)According to Curt Cavin, Joie Chitwood has resigned as President of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway taking affect August 6th. Chitwood will become Vice President of business operations for ISC (International Speedway Corporation)Jeff Belskus who became IMS CEO after Tony George resigned the position on July 1st, will oversee Chitwoods's...

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RIP Henry Surtees

After finishing on the podium for the first of two home races, 18 year old British driver Henry Surtees son of 1964 F1 Champion John Surtees, was killed in a freak accident during the 2nd race in todays Brands Hatch GP double-header. In a press release sent out by Formula 2 they said:"Henry was driving between Westfield Bend and Sheene Curve when he was struck on the head...

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2010 Schedule Update

All via Curt Cavin:Watkins Glen and Kansas are looking good for a '10 spotThe glen will probably move off July 4th weekendRichmond and Homestead are in question IRL officials will be in Brazil next week to finalize season opener in Ribeirao Preto and to consider a 2nd in Rio de JaneiroExpect full schedule by Aug....

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Q&A With Jack Arute

16th And Georgetown: How do you like your new position as VERSUS "pit stratigest"?Jack Arute: It has been something that I have discussed with ABC & ESPN for several years. When VERSUS took over the bulk of the IndyCar coverage, they were very receptive to the concept. They have supported the spot and have worked hard to develop it as we continue our coverage. It is something...

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Danica Tours Stewart-Hass Racing

According to Fox Sports, Danica Patrick toured the race shops of 1997 Indy Racing League Champion Tony Stewart. Stewart was reportedly not there, but she did meet up with Ryan Newman among others. Unlike other top Stock Car teams, SHR who is only a two car operation, will have a couple seats available next season if they decide to add ca...

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Bourdais Out

According to multiple reports, 4 time Champcar/Cart Champion Sebastien Bourdais will be brought back down to reality as he's finally lost his F1 ride after a year and a half of abysmal results.SeaBass, who has been continuously out performed by his teammates last season (Sebastian Vettel) as well as this season (Sebastian Buemi) will be replaced in his STR ride ending his 27 race F1 career.STR will buck the trend of signing "Sebastiens" as 19 year old Jaime Alguersuari, will become the youngest ever to pilot a Formula 1 ride after his start in...

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Twisties = Great Equalizer

Starting GridDario Franchitti (Ganassi)Will Power (Penske)Graham Rahal (NHL)Justin Wilson (Coyne)Alex Tagliani (Conquest)Mike Conway (D&R)Robert Doornbos (NHL)Scott Dixon (Ganassi)Raphael Matos (LD)Helio Castroneves (Penske)Ryan Briscoe (Penske)Ryan Hunter-Reay (Foyt)MarioMoraes (KV)Tomas Scheckter (D&R)Paul Tracy (KV)E.J. Viso (HVM)Marco Andretti (AGR)Danica Patrick (AGR)Ed Carpenter (VisionTony Kanaan (AGR)Dan Wheldon (Panther)Hideki Mutoh (AGR)Richard Antinucci (3G)6 Diffrent teams qualified in top 69 Diffrent teams qualified in top...

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Toronto Preview

By: Tony DonohueThe Indy Car Series heads north of the border for only the second time in series history. This time though, at the very bumpy and tricky Toronto circuit. The Inaugural Honda Indy Toronto will be the first of two races held in Canada this year.The Champ Car Series has ran in Toronto for many year's now, and there are alot of drivers in the Indy Car Series with experience their. The last time an open wheel event was ran in Toronto, Will Power came home the victor. This weekend, Will returns to the Penske Truck Rentals #12 car, in...

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Power's New Paint Scheme

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Does Indy Need Change?

(Photo courtesy of ESPN)By: Tony DonohueThis article is solely the opinion of myself (Tony), and fellow Indy Car fan TJ Halsema. Many of you may think this is a crazy and bizarre proposal, but please take the time to read this, and give it some thought.Everyone knows the Indianapolis 500 is the greatest race in the world, but since the split between Champ Car and the Indy...

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Congrats Justin

Congratualtions to Justin Wilson, Dale Coyne and the entire DCR crew for (atleast temporarily) dethroning the Ganassi/Penske domination.Top 10 rundownWilsonBriscoeDixonCastronevesAndrettiConwayVisoKanaanDoornbosWhel...

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Penske Drops Verizon For Power's Additional Races

Penske Racing confirmed today that Will Power will be running 5 additional races this season, but not with Verizon sponsorship. Power will be piloting the #12 Penske Truck Rental Dallara in the fallowing races:Toronto (July 12)Edmonton (July 26)Kentucky (August 1)Infineon (August 23)Miami-Homestead (October 10)"Will has done a terrific job for Penske Racing and he has earned the opportunity to compete in more races. Will is a great asset to the team and we are excited to have him compete at these additional five races in the Penske Truck Rental...

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Watkins Glen Preview

By: Tony DonohueThe Indy Car Series has finally finished up the streak of ovals, and I think that everyone can agree, it is about time. Whether you’re a fan of ovals or not, the racing was sub par compared to previous years, and hopefully the competition and passing will be fiercer starting this weekend at Watkins Glen.Last year, Ryan Hunter-Reay took the win after benefiting from Scott Dixons spin under yellow that collected pole winner Ryan Briscoe. Dixon recovered to finish 11th after being top three all day. Ryan went on to score his first...

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Honda Flip Flops, Want's To Be Sole Engine Supplier

According to the always reliable Bruce Martin, it appears Honda may want to stay the Single engine supplier for the Indycar Series. Martin wrote this in his recent VERSUS article:Sources within the IndyCar Series believe HPD has moved away from its stance of wanting a rival automaker to compete against and may see value remaining as a single-engine supplier to the series.Supposedly...

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