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Power races to first IndyCar win

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 13:03:06 GMT

Will Power led almost the entire way Sunday to capture the Rexall Edmonton Indy in a race marred by a pit fire that burned driver Tony Kanaan'ss hands and face.

George wants answers about his removal

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 19:43:54 GMT

George responded to his ouster as the speedway's CEO last month by posting a 13-paragraph statement on his IndyCar team's Web site Sunday. In it, George said he wanted a "reasonable explanation" for the board's decision and questioned the leadership of track officials.

Tony George tells why he left IMS, IRL

Scott Sander — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:07:56 GMT

Friday morning he released a statement on the Vision Racing's Web site - the team he still runs. In it, he explains why he turned down the chance to stay in charge of IndyCar racing.

George out as CEO of IMS/Hulman Co.

Eric Halvorson — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 21:04:02 GMT

After a 20 year reign Tony George is out as President and CEO of the Hulman-George Companies.

GM to sell Saturn brand to Roger Penske

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 12:29:59 GMT

General Motors Corp. has a tentative deal to sell its Saturn brand to former race car driver and dealership group owner Roger Penske, both companies said Friday.

Indy 500 champ photo shoot moved inside

Scott Sander — Mon, 25 May 2009 16:42:54 GMT

The Indy 500 champ traditionally is photographed at the yard of bricks the morning after the race. But, turbulent skies forced speedway planners to move the photo shoot inside.

Helio Castroneves wins Indy 500

Sun, 24 May 2009 18:27:58 GMT

Helio Castroneves capped a perfect month of May with the biggest win of all, pulling away to capture his third Indianapolis 500 just 5½ weeks after being acquitted of tax evasion charges.

Castroneves having a great month

Sun, 24 May 2009 14:16:06 GMT

Helio Castroneves slammed the brakes of his red-and-white race car on pit road, climbed onto the sidepod and thrust both fists in the air. The crowd at Indianapolis Motor Speedway roared.

Rick Mears Exclusive - Tonight at 11

Anthony Calhoun — Tue, 19 May 2009 17:41:42 GMT

Three men share the record for the most Indianapolis 500 wins. The youngest of those four-time winners is Rick Mears.

IMS, IRL teams embrace social media

Wed, 06 May 2009 21:38:05 GMT

The 2009 Indianapolis 500 will be the most accessible event in sports history, thanks to the burgeoning social media phenomenon.

Track turns 100 in 2009

Tue, 05 May 2009 18:44:49 GMT

The Greatest Race Course In The World, turns 100 in 2009.

Famous #43 at 500

Tue, 05 May 2009 18:42:07 GMT

Two of the most famous names in racing are teaming up for this year's Indianapolis 500

Last race before Indy

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:02:31 GMT

Scott Dixon shook off an early-season slump to win in Kansas.

Rahal earns pole in Kansas

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 21:10:35 GMT

Working through the pack has never been a problem for Graham Rahal. If he keeps his car running and avoids contact, chances are he's going to move up.

4 past winners named in Indy 500 field

Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:51:33 GMT

The four winners include Helio Castroneves (2001-02), Dan Wheldon (2005), Dario Franchitti (2007) and Scott Dixon (2008).

Jury acquits Castroneves on tax charges

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:19:56 GMT

Helio Castroneves was acquitted Friday of most charges that he worked with his sister and lawyer to evade U.S. income taxes. He's expected to race this weekend.

Helio jury still deliberating

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:50:03 GMT

The jury reached a partial verdict Thursday but was hung up on several counts, so Federal Judge Donald Graham asked that the deliberations continue Friday. The judge withheld the verdicts until they are all reached.

Partial verdict in Castroneves trial

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:46:18 GMT

A federal jury reached a partial verdict Thursday in the tax evasion trial of Brazilian race car driver and "Dancing With The Stars" champ Helio Castroneves, but was hung up on several counts.

Still no verdict in tax evasion case

Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:42:32 GMT

Miami jurors got new instructions Wednesday as they deliberate the tax evasion case of Brazilian race car driver Helio Castroneves and two co-defendants.

Jury: More tax questions in tax case

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 13:13:02 GMT

Federal jurors in the Miami tax evasion trial of Brazilian race car driver Helio Castroneves have asked more questions about the laws at the heart of the case.

Day 3 of jury deliberations in tax case

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 12:25:20 GMT

A Miami jury is returning for a third day of deliberations in the tax evasion trial of Brazilian race car driver Helio Castroneves, his sister and his lawyer.

Jury resumes deliberations in tax case

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 10:44:52 GMT

A federal jury in Miami has resumed deliberations in the tax evasion trial of Indy race car driver Helio Castroneves and two others.

Conviction may be difficult in tax case

Mary McDermott — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:17:43 GMT

A former U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Indiana said prosecutors have had their work cut out for them in the Helio Castroneves tax evasion trial.

Closing arguments in Castroneves trial

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 09:03:55 GMT

Indy race car driver Helio Castroneves, his sister and his lawyer engaged in an intricate "pattern of deception" to avoid paying U.S. income taxes, a prosecutor said Thursday in closing arguments.

Patrick crashes out of season-opener

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:44:13 GMT

Danica Patrick's season got off to a tough start after she crashed out early in the season-opening Honda Grand Prix.

Briscoe wind Honda GP

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:34:33 GMT

Ryan Briscoe held off Ryan Hunter-Reay to win the IndyCar Series season opener on the streets of St. Petersburg on Sunday.

Youngest driver to start first

Sun, 05 Apr 2009 18:25:30 GMT

Graham Rahal is now the youngest driver in IndyCar history to win a pole, and a race.

Jimmie Johnson testifies in tax trial

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 13:47:03 GMT

The three-time Sprint Cup champion testified Monday as a character witness for Michigan attorney Alan Miller.

Prosecution rests in Castroneves trial

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:56:02 GMT

Defense attorneys are expected to begin their case later Monday for the two-time Indianapolis 500 winner, his business-manager sister and a Michigan attorney.

Jury selection in Castroneves tax trial

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 05:41:39 GMT

On top of the world a few months ago, Brazilian race driver and "Dancing With The Stars" champ Helio Castroneves will face career ruin and possible jail time.