Izod IndyCar: Emotional Win by Helio Castroneves in Birmingham, Alabama

  Penske power was strong once again, as Helio Castroneves captured the win at the Indy Grand Prix of Alabama.  Scott Dixon finished in second place, followed by Dario Franchitti in third place. The favorite, Will Power, finished fourth. An emotional Castroneves held his baby daughter, as tears flowed down his cheeks following the win.  The win took him to second place in the point standings behind Will Power. After winning the race Castroneves climbed the fence, waiving to the fans just as he had at Indianapolis. Passing was very difficult on the track at Barber Motorsports Park. The race was basically accident free, with a few off track excursions. Marco Andretti led much of the race, but relinquished the lead during a pit ...

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