257 Results for helio castroneves

Who can break Ganassi/Penske grip?

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

One word best describes the level of success Target Chip Ganassi Racing and Penske Racing have enjoyed in the IndyCar Series the past two years: domination.

Story | Conversation | December 10, 2009

2010 IndyCar paddock taking shape

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

Now that the biggest offseason deals have been announced (Izod and Danica), let's tackle the obvious question: How is the 2010 IndyCar Series paddock shaping up?

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Stars aligned in open-wheel world

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

From Danica to Dario to the new title sponsor for the IndyCar Series, the world of open-wheel racing has a lot to be thankful for in 2009 ... and beyond.

Story | Conversation | November 24, 2009

Power to run full-time for Penske in 2010

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

Fresh off the announcement of a new title sponsor, the IZOD IndyCar Series got another boost Thursday when Penske Racing revealed plans to run a third full-time entry in 2010 for Australian driver Will Power.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

When racing lost its brightest star ...

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

Indy car racing lost its brightest star Oct. 31, 1999, when Greg Moore was killed in a gruesome one-car crash at Auto Club Speedway. Ten years later, the racing world is still recovering.

Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009

What's the point(s)? Just another IRL cliffhanger

John Oreovicz

...the title, and had either the CART or current Formula 1 scoring system been in use, Helio Castroneves would have won the title rather than finishing third. Castroneves would have won another crown in...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 23, 2009

Franchitti deserved No. 1 ranking, too

John Oreovicz

...for the 2009 season. Dario Franchitti was No. 1 on four occasions, Ryan Briscoe twice, and Helio Castroneves once. After midseason, Castroneves was firmly planted at No. 4, while Briscoe, Dixon and Franchitti swapped...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 16, 2009

2009 Power Rankings: Final

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

After each race of the IndyCar Series season, ESPN.com open-wheel correspondent John Oreovicz ranked the top 10 drivers in the series. Don't agre...

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2009

Briscoe ready to get it on at Homestead

John Oreovicz

...rare errors this season by crashing into the pit wall. Ryan's Team Penske running mate Helio Castroneves said he believes Briscoe has put the gaffe behind him and will be mentally strong for...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 08, 2009

Helio could hold key to Briscoe's title chances

John Oreovicz

Helio Castroneves is out of contention for the 2009 IndyCar Series championship, but the 34-year-old Brazilian...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 06, 2009

Danica's reported signing great news for IRL

John Oreovicz

...Although the IndyCar Series can boast of several world-class drivers, including Scott Dixon, Dario Franchitti, Helio Castroneves, Tony Kanaan and the rapidly emerging Ryan Briscoe, none of them captivate racing fans of all...

Blog Entry | Conversation | September 28, 2009

2009 Power Rankings: Homestead

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

After each race of the IndyCar Series season, ESPN.com open-wheel correspondent John Oreovicz will rank the top 10 drivers in the series. Don't a...

Story | Conversation | September 21, 2009

Dixon win sets up three-way finale fight

John Oreovicz, ESPN.com

Scott Dixon needed a break, and he got it when Ryan Briscoe had a bad exit from the pits at Motegi. Dixon's win sets up a finale title fight at Homestead that includes teammate Dario Franchitti.

Story | Conversation | September 19, 2009

Native drivers steal Motegi spotlight from Danica

John Oreovicz

...five of the six cars running in front of her had to stop for fuel, and Helio Castroneves didn't conserve enough of his to stay out front all the way to the checkered...

Blog Entry | Conversation | September 18, 2009

IndyCar and MotoGP made for wild weekend

John Oreovicz

Wow! A full weekend of racing for the Oreo man. Last Friday and Saturday were spent at Chicagoland Speedway, where the IndyCar Series delivered up a ...

Blog Entry | Conversation | September 03, 2009