Duno supported against Tracy

Milka Duno is at the center of an affair that she would like to do without. Last weekend, the Dreyer ans Reinbold Racing driver was targeted by scathing attacks from the very controversial Paul Tracy, the one who had made derogatory remarks towards Sébastien Bourdais. The Canadian wondered how Milka Duno could still have his license to race in Indycar Series. “ She's a disaster, Tracy commented on her blog. How can they license it? She's seven seconds from me, so eight seconds from Briscoe. This means that Ryan can take a lap from him every eight or nine laps if the track is clear! Why do they let her drive? »

After the harshness of such comments, Brian Barnhart, director of operations for the Indy Racing League, which manages the IndyCar Series, stepped up to the plate, arguing that no other driver had complained about Milka Duno's behavior during the five other races in which she participated. “ She did a good job in these races, keeping a competitive pace. She earned her place at these races and I think we're doing more publicity (at Tracy's blog) than we need to. » Barnhart therefore concluded that there was no need to question Milka Duno?s driving skills, contrary to Paul Tracy's statements.

Last weekend, Milka Duno was unwittingly the cause of the change of leader on the 37th lap. Caught by Justin Wilson, then leader, and Scott Dixon, Milka Duno slipped badly and blocked Wilson, Dixon taking advantage of the opportunity to take the lead. Larry Curry, manager of Dreyer and Reinbold, had however warned Milka Duno. “ I told him “Milka, the two leaders are coming behind you. Let them be, just let them pass. » » Duno then justified herself by talking about a problem with her gearbox and blurted out: “ The best I could do was keep the car on the track; it was a nightmare for me. » Milka Duno will have the opportunity to prove her worth to Paul Tracy and his detractors at the end of the season, as she will participate in three of the last four IndyCar Series races.