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Stars aligned in open-wheel world
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comFrom 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, 2009Power to run full-time for Penske in 2010
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comFresh 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, 2009Sarge stayed in charge against the odds
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comThe odds were stacked against Tony Schumacher to start the 2009 season. Winning his sixth straight Top Fuel championship and seventh overall makes you wonder if he can be beat in 2010.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009Brand vs. mission? Danica has to decide
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comDanica Patrick the brand should be in NASCAR. Danica Patrick the driver? The IndyCar star should pay attention to what happened to the more-seasoned drivers who made the switch before her.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2009Drivers: Tire tests show improvement
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comDrivers, NASCAR officials and Goodyear representatives came away convinced that tires will not be an issue at this year's Allstate 400 at The Brickyard, scheduled for July 26.
Story | Conversation | June 16, 2009Cars and stars show up in St. Pete
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comA long offseason is over for the IndyCar Series, with a few late arrivals to boost the car count and the usual suspects expected to run up front.
Story | Conversation | April 03, 2009Put your money on 2008 champ Dixon
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comFeeling lucky? John Oreovicz says to put your money on defending IndyCar Series champ Scott Dixon to win it all again in 2009.
Story | Conversation | March 30, 2009Dixon, Franchitti IndyCar's dream team
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comThat big ol' bull's-eye on Target Chip Ganassi Racing is there for a reason. What do you expect when you pair the 2007 IndyCar Series champ with the 2008 winner?
Story | Conversation | March 30, 2009Five IndyCar drivers to watch in 2009
John Oreovicz, ESPN.comCan Dario climb back to the top? Are Wheldon and Panther a winning fit? And will last year's ROY avoid the sophomore slump? John Oreovicz examines five IndyCar drivers worth watching in 2009.
Story | Conversation | March 30, 2009New places, old faces greet 2009
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comWhat's new for IndyCar in 2009? Plenty. From the return of Dario Franchitti to the early absence of Helio Castroneves, '09 promises to be a season of change.
Story | Conversation | March 29, 2009An unusual class of IndyCar rookies
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comThere will be four drivers vying for rookie of the year honors in the IndyCar Series. It's hard to imagine four paths more different to the same destination.
Story | Conversation | March 20, 2009Will NASCAR come calling for Danica?
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comThe media darling of IndyCar is entering the final year of her contract with Andretti Green Racing. In other words, it could be a very lucrative summer for Danica Patrick.
Story | Conversation | March 16, 2009Dixon aims for encore to dominant '08
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comIs the seemingly charmed Scott Dixon headed to an IndyCar Series championship for the third time? Continued dominance and the aid of a new teammate (who isn't too shabby in his own right) certainly make him the favorite, writes John Oreovicz.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009Cutting costs nothing new to IRL
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comThe stagnant economy has impacted the IndyCar Series just like any other major racing league. Good thing the IRL has been in cost-cutting mode for years.
Story | Conversation | February 02, 2009Wanted: Sponsor for Rahal Letterman
John Oreovicz, Special to ESPN.comWanted: Sponsor to fund 2009 IndyCar Series season for turn-key operation. Only serious inquiries please. For details, contact Rahal Letterman Racing.
Story | Conversation | January 27, 2009
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