Indy 500 2012: Drivers Who Should Be Encouraged After Strong Showings at Indy

Dario Franchitti took home his third Borg-Warner Trophy, but he's not the only driver who should be feeling good after the 2012 Indy 500.With a race-record 35 lead changes, this was one of the most competitive Indy 500s in recent memory. And although they weren't able to etch their name into racing lore, the following three drivers should be very encouraged by their performances. Takuma SatoAs he said above, Sato was disappointed in his failure to pass Franchitti on the last lap. That's only natural.But although he missed an opportunity at history, Sato should be happy that he left it all on the track. His all-or-nothing mentality on the final lap was exactly what the situation called for, and he gained plenty of respect from media mem...

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