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	2008 Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix Labor Day weekend – August 29-31, 2008
	Parking and Transportation The Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix offers round-trip shuttle service that runs continuously from locations in Downtown Detroit, the suburbs and Windsor, Ontario. Grand Prix public parking is NOT available on Belle Isle. Click here for more information >>	Ticket Information Event Schedule Track Map Official Grand Prix site

Detroit Grand Prix News

	Draper to Serve as Grand Prix Grand Marshal Red Wings star Kris Draper will serve as grand marshal of Sunday's Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix.
	Race Teams use E-85 Ethanol Gas A number of race teams competing in the Grand Prix have switched to E-85 Ethanol gas. Today they were showing their support for the fuel. Watch Video
	Kids Take Part in Grand Prix Street Fair While the Detroit-area is getting revved up for this weekend's big Grand Prix kids of all ages were treated to a race car street fair. Watch Video
	Parking For Belle Isle Grand Prix The transportation plan for this weekend's Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix was unveiled Monday. Watch Video
	Helio at Belle Isle The Detroit Grand Prix is just weeks away and one of the most popular drivers is in town to get ready. Watch Video
	Team to Beat - Corvette Racing Tom Leyden checks in with the Corvette Racing team as they gear up for the Grand Prix. Watch Video
	Grand Prix Looking For Volunteers The Detroit Grand Prix is looking for volunteers to help with this year's race. INSIDE: Watch Christy McDonald's Report Watch Video

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IRL News

	Castroneves revives title hopes with Sonoma victory Helio Castroneves snapped a 29-race winless streak in the IndyCar Series Sunday with a victory in the Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma County at the Infineon Raceway. The No.3 Team Penske driver started on the pole and led 51 of 80 laps. He crossed the finish line 5.2926 seconds ahead of teammate Ryan Briscoe for his first victory since April 2007 at St. Petersburg, FL.
	Penske teammates Castroneves, Briscoe on front row at Sonoma Despite having to use their backup cars after their primary ones were damaged in transporter fire earlier this week, Team Penske drivers Helio Castroneves and Ryan Briscoe managed to capture the front starting row for Sunday's Grand Prix of Sonoma County at the Infineon Raceway. Castroneves won the pole after turning in a quick lap at the 1.99-mile, 11- turn road course in 1 minute, 16.9027 seconds (107.809 m.p.h.) during the third and final qualifying session.
	Dixon picks up record-tying sixth win this season Helio Castroneves did everything he could to finally score his first victory of the season, but the No.3 Team Penske driver ran out of fuel on the last lap as Scott Dixon passed him heading into the final turn to pick up his record-tying sixth win of the season.
	Dixon grabs pole for Kentucky Scott Dixon won the pole for Saturday's Meijer Indy 300 at the Kentucky Speedway. The No.9 Target Chip Ganassi Racing driver circled the 1.5-mile oval four times in 1 minute, 37.3293 seconds (218.968 m.p.h.).
	Kanaan, AGR agree to 5-year extension Tony Kanaan and Andretti Green Racing have reached a long-term agreement that will keep the 2004 IndyCar Series champion with the team through 2013.
	IndyCar Series releases '09 schedule, adds two new venues The IndyCar Series released its 2009 schedule with two new tracks added to the lineup.
	Dixon captures inaugural IndyCar race in Edmonton Scott Dixon won Saturday's inaugural Rexall Edmonton Indy at the Rexall Speedway located at City Centre Airport. The No.9 Target Chip Ganassi Racing driver crossed the finish line 5.9237 seconds ahead of Helio Castroneves.
	Briscoe on pole for inaugural race in Edmonton Ryan Briscoe captured the pole for Saturday's inaugural Rexall Edmonton Indy. The No.6 Team Penske driver circled the 1.973-mile, 14-turn temporary street/airport course in one minute, 0.7311 seconds (116.955 m.p.h.).
	IndyCar's golden girl needs to cool it Danica Patrick's series of on-track confrontations continued on Saturday when she had a tiff with Milka Duno at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, OH . Patrick approached Duno in her pit box after the practice session for Sunday's Honda Indy 200 to complain about the Venezuelan's driving style.
	Briscoe storms to victory at Mid-Ohio Ryan Briscoe won Sunday's Honda Indy 200 with a dominating performance at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course. Briscoe led 43 of 85 laps and crossed the finish line 7.2640 seconds ahead of his Team Penske teammate Helio Castroneves.

Race Day Coverage

Wednesday, 8/ 27 8-9pm
PRIME TIME EDITION
This one-hour special hosted by Action News Sports Anchor, Don Shane, will provide a comprehensive look at the 2008 Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix. The program features interviews with key drivers, team owners and a select group of Metro Detroiters that led the efforts for the Grand Prix’s return to Detroit.

Friday, 8/29 7-7:30pm
THE GREEN FLAG SPECIAL
Live from WXYZ-TV’s Belle Isle set, Action News will take you trackside for a complete summary of Free Prix Day. This action packed half-hour special will include driver and team interviews, highlights from the day’s time trials and look ahead to Saturday’s American Le Mans series and Sunday’s Detroit Belle Isle Grand Prix race.

Sunday, 8/31 9-10:30am
START YOUR ENGINES
Live from the WXYZ-TV Belle Isle Studio, WXYZ-TV will kick-off Grand Prix coverage with a 90-minute program featuring a comprehensive look at race day activities with updated weather and traffic information designed for racing fans. The program will also include driver and team interviews.

Sunday, 8/31 12-1pm
RACE DAY EDITION
Live from the WXYZ-TV Belle Isle Studio, WXYZ-TV will provide comprehensive ‘day of’ coverage of the Detroit Grand Prix. The Program will include exclusive interviews with drivers, team management and provide live coverage of fans as they arrive at the track.

Sunday, 8/31 2-3:30pm
PIT PASS SPECIAL
Live from the WXYZ-TV Belle Isle Studio, WXYZ-TV’s Don Shane will give Grand Prix viewers a trackside view of the day’s big race. The program will include interviews with city and event officials, drivers and racing analysts.

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