Castroneves does it again

Obviously Helio Castroneves likes the number three. After winning the legendary Indiana race for a third time this season, the Penske team resident also raised his arms a third time in Texas. The success was even total for his team since his teammate Ryan Briscoe took second place.

The latter also takes the lead in the general classification ahead of Scott Dixon. Although he will be satisfied with this leading position, he may nevertheless regret not having been able to win even though he led 160 laps. In the end, he finished second ahead of Scott Dixon, whom he now precedes in the general classification by three points (199 against 196). “ The last 20 laps are the most frustrating of my career », Regretted Briscoe. “ I led the whole race and I have the fastest car but I couldn't overtake Helio », he continued.

Starting fourth at the start, Castroneves overcame his opponents one by one and took command during the refueling stop on the 175th lap and never let go until the checkered flag. “ It?s an incredible day for Team Penske », he declared upon arrival. With this victory, he equals his former teammate Sam Hornish Jr. who won three times in Texas.