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Firestone adds interest at Sonoma
For the first time in what seems like eons, the two tire compounds available this past weekend at Infineon Raceway could have had a notable effect on the outcome of the race. The decision is in: we want more!
Have we seen the last of JR?
After turning heads with his professionalism at D&R and posting two solid debut weekends, JR Hildebrand appears to be sidelined for the remainder of the season. The rest of us are left shaking our heads. Why can’t this guy find the backing he needs to land a ride?
The Playboy argument
During the break between the Firestone Indy Lights and IZOD IndyCar Series races this afternoon, this tweet appeared on the timeline: “IzodTrophyGirl: It’s Finally Here! For grown-up eyes…” and included a link to the Playboy website.
COUNTERPOINT: The Texas twin sprints
In today’s edition of Counterpoint, Paul and Steph weigh the pros and cons of Tuesday’s announcement. First up is Paul’s view against the concept, followed by Steph’s view in favor.
More speculation on the 2011 schedule
The first hints that what we thought we knew of the 2011 schedule was going off the rails came while chatting with Randy Bernard on the Mid-Ohio race weekend. We learned that imminent announcements of 2011 NASCAR dates at that time were having a greater impact on the plans of the IZOD IndyCar Series than expected. With many of those announcements having now taken place, things appear to be back on track.
Sage Karam: Rising star on and off the track
In a special feature, guest contributor Ashley Wilson takes a look at Andretti Autosport’s USF2000 star Sage Karam and his dedication to a cause that is helping children around the world.
Tony Cotman named Project Manager for 2012 IndyCar program
A statement has been released by the IZOD IndyCar Series naming Tony Cotman as Project Manager for the 2012 ICONIC project.
What’s Eddie got up his sleeve this time?
As the speculation surrounding the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series schedule continues at full speed, the latest round of rumors to surface comes courtesy of the new best friend of the Series, Speedway Motorsports, Inc. (SMI), and its mega promoter, Texas Motor Speedway President Eddie Gossage.
IndyCar’s days at Chicagoland appear numbered
Chicagoland Speedway confirmed this morning that they will host the opening round of the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Chase for the Championship on September 18, 2011. And, once again, it appears likely that International Speedway Corporation (ISC) will send the IZOD IndyCar Series packing in an effort to bolster the status of its NASCAR event.