Time Trials and Tribulations; The 89th Indy 500 field is set with drama befitting the Greatest Spectacle in Racing.(Motorsports)
AutoWeek, May, 2005 by Cavin, Curt
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Byline: CURT CAVIN There have been major stories throughout the history of the Indianapolis 500, and several are playing out this year. Following Danica Patrick's pole-contending run, a first for a woman in the event, and the spinal injury that will make Buddy Rice the first defending champion to miss the race with injuries since Pat Flaherty in 1957, comes the return of 1999 winner Kenny Brack.
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Then there was bump day, which itself is a story for later. Brack, the 39-year-old Swede, not only was tapped to replace Rice-an uncanny twist given that Rice replaced Brack ...
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