Officials may know who sent woman's journal to newspaper Jun 26, 2008
The May 31, 1994, entry states: "I'm recovering from Memorial Day Weekend, unbelievable --- Indy 500 --- a time of my life. Partied with so many wonderful people --- Mario Andretti, Joe Dumars and Tim Allen.". On a cruise she met a man she liked. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
On Your Left: The Unabomber's Cabin Jun 22, 2008
Racing legend Mario Andretti also will be back this year, signing autographs at the Texaco tent at the Grand Sierra Resort on Aug. 7. Also on the program, a team from New Zealand will build a car from the ground up in less than 24 hours. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Jodi's Journal Jun 22, 2008
Partied with so many wonderful people Mario Andretti (world class racer), Joe Dumars (Detroit Pistons basketball player) and Tim Allen (TV star from Home Improvement ). Had an incredible weekend. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
French driver Sébastien Bourdais pursues greatness at racing's pinnacle Jun 20, 2008
The next year, he won the first of four straight series titles, a feat not accomplished by any driver - including A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti - since the 1940s. In the meantime, Bourdais found a new manager, Nicolas Todt, the son of the then Ferrari team director, Jean Todt. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Woster: Huset's Speedway visit was emotional Jun 19, 2008
In fact, whenever we gather as a Woster family and the discussion turns to our parents, invariably the topic will turn to Henry J. and his Mario Andretti comparison. Whether it be on the rut-covered gravel between Al's Oasis and our place on Highway 16, which joined Reliance and Vivian, our dad drove as if the baby was coming and time was of the essence. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
Personalities add fuel to IRL's popularity Jun 18, 2008
Andretti, son of former driver Michael Andretti and grandson of former Indianapolis 500 winner Mario Andretti, can bridge a gap for fans that remember when Bobby Rahal raced alongside Michael Andretti. "Racing is very much of a family," Rahal said. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
From VIP to Vintner Jun 11, 2008
Although stars from just about every field have ventured into viticulture, the sports connection has been especially strong, ranging from golfers (Ernie Els has a winery and Arnold Palmer is collaborating with Luna Vineyards in the Napa Valley) to race car drivers (Mario Andretti founded Andretti Winery in 1996). The arts also have fielded a number of vintners; Francis Ford Coppola has been directing wine for a quarter of a century -- he bought his Napa Valley property in 1975 -- winning... (The Augusta Chronicle)
Former DHS grad inducted into Womens Sports Center Jun 8, 2008
Mayor Michael Bloomberg was joined by New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning, Carl Lewis, Walt Frazier, Tony Dorsett, Jim Craig, Bob Cousy, Mario Andretti and 30 other hall of fame athletes to celebrate the opening of the Sports Museum of America. I am very humbled by this honor, Kenyon said. (Douglas Daily Dispatch, AZ)
Dixon ready to get back on track after week of celebration May 31, 2008
He has three top-10s, including finishing second to cousin Michael Andretti and just ahead of uncle Mario Andretti in 1991. There was no word from the team about Howard, an Englishman who was supposed to be back in the car for Sunday's race. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Fisher's tough Indy ends with crash May 26, 2008
"I really wanted to go to Kentucky, and now I don't know if we're going to do that or not,'' she said.It was the second consecutive year, three women started the race. Danica Patrick finished 22nd after being taken out in a pit crash, while Venezuela's Milka Duno was 19th after crashing on Lap 169.---DANCING WITH THE PACK: Two-time Indy winner Helio Castroneves may be a masterful dancer.But his fleet feet couldn't help him get to back to Victory Lane.Castroneves, who finished first, first and... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Auto racing, WNBA, prep baseball, softball May 26, 2008
Indianapolis 500 Winners2008 Scott Dixon, 2007 Dario Franchitti, 2006 Sam Hornish Jr., 2005 Dan Wheldon, 2004 Buddy Rice, 2003 Gil de Ferran, 2002 Helio Castroneves, 2001 Helio Castroneves, 2000 Juan Montoya1999 Kenny Brack, 1998 Eddie Cheever, 1997 Arie Luyendyk Sr., 1996 Buddy Lazier, 1995 Jacques Villeneuve, 1994 Al Unser Jr., 1993 Emerson Fittipaldi, 1992 Al Unser Jr., 1991 Rick Mears, 1990 Arie Luyendyk Sr.1989 Emerson Fittipaldi, 1988 Rick Mears,... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
IRL-CART rift healing on eve of Indy 500 May 25, 2008
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Start of Indy 500 is most dangerous moment May 24, 2008
In 1982, front-row starter Kevin Cogan skidded across the track and took out A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti as the field got up to speed for the start ... Andretti, the nephew of 1969 winner Mario Andretti and cousin of current driver Marco Andretti, said that, as much as he loves Indy, he had second thoughts last year as he walked onto the grid to prepare for his eighth Indy start. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Start always a concern at Indy May 24, 2008
In 1982, front-row starter Kevin Cogan skidded across the track and took out A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti as the field got up to speed for the start. In the melee, Roger Mears and Dale Whittington crashed behind the leaders and never even took the green flag. (News & Observer -- Sports)
FINE WINE, WHINE: Athletes who deserve their own vino May 24, 2008
Joe Montana, Tom Seaver, Dick Vermeil, Peggy Fleming, Arnold Palmer and Mario Andretti are just a few of the notables who have floated into the business in recent years. Golfer Duffy Waldorf pens a column entitled "Uncorked" for Golf Magazine. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Indianapolis 500 driver profiles May 23, 2008
Son of car owner Michael Andretti, grandson of 1969 Indy winner Mario Andretti ... Nephew of Mario Andretti and cousin of Michael and Marco Andretti. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rahal's son is shining May 23, 2008
"Now he never has to answer the question, 'Are you here because your dad owns the team or because you're good enough?' As I tell people, his career is about him, it's not about me. He's here to make himself look good. I think he is in the best place."If you look at the people who have driven for that team over the years, some of the greatest drivers in the history of the sport have driven there - Nigel Mansell, Jackie Stewart, Bourdais, Mario Andretti, Michael [Andretti], and others. To be... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Marco Andretti: F1 team tried to 'sabotage' dad May 22, 2008
Andretti said McLaren's efforts to sabotage his father's career went beyond simply giving bette to his father, racing legend Mario Andretti. "If my dad went through that, I would obviously probably approach it a different way and tell that story," Michael Andretti said. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Busch tapes intro for 'America's Most Wanted' May 22, 2008
The race, one of the perennial highlights of the week leading up to the running of the Indianapolis 500, has a list of winners that reads like the roster of a racing hall of fame, including A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, Parnelli Jones, Rodger Ward, Al Unser, Jimmy Bryant and Bob Swiekert. Coons, who won the series opener at Phoenix in February, and Kaeding are both looking for their first Hoosier Hundred win, along with Tracy Hines, who leads this year's midget series. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Kurt Busch tapes intro for 'America's Most Wanted' May 21, 2008
" The show airs Saturday at 9:00 p.m. ___ CLASSIC RACE: The 56th edition of the Hoosier Hundred, one of the most prestigious dirt racing events of the year, will take place Friday night at the Indiana State Fairgrounds in Indianapolis. Reigning U.S. Auto Club Silver Crown Series champion Bud Kaeding and two-time National Midget Series champion Jerry Coons Jr. are tied for the Silver Crown points lead. The race, one of the perennial highlights of the week leading up to the running of the... (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Andretti watches weather as he prepares for Indy May 17, 2008
Andretti, nephew of 1969 Indy winner Mario Andretti, is one of more than two dozen drivers hoping to grab one of the remaining 22 spots in the 33-car lineup for the May 25 race. He looked like a lock to get it done after turning a fast lap of 222. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sports briefs May 17, 2008
Andretti, nephew of 1969 Indy winner Mario Andretti, is one of more than two dozen drivers hoping to grab one of the remaining 22 spots in the 33-car lineup for the May 25 race. Eleven drivers qualified last Saturday, the first of four scheduled days of time trials, but Sunday's round was rained out. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Book celebrates Michigan International Speedway May 15, 2008
It's a great time to reflect on what has transpired there since 1968, and names such as Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt, the late Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty, Rick Mears, Parnelli Jones, Bill Elliott and Cale Yarborough come to mind. It is the same positive reflection I experienced while reading "40 Years of Champions," which is published by the Jackson Citizen Patriot. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Before split, big names, big finishes ruled at Indy May 14, 2008
Sullivan spins on lap 120 trying to pass Mario Andretti but somehow keeps his car off the wall. Twenty laps later, Sullivan tries again in the same place and this time completes the pass. (USA Today -- Sports)
Auto Racing: Plenty of reasons to chase Indy glory May 14, 2008
MARIO ANDRETTI (1969): "Winning the Indy 500 changed my life. It created tremendous opportunities that I wouldn't have had at that stage of my career. It's the only single auto race in the world that is as valuable as winning a championship.". BOBBY UNSER (1968, '75, '81): "We Unsers made Pikes Peak famous, but it was the Indianapolis 500 that made the Unsers famous. You don't know how hard it is to win that race once. I lost my brother Jerry there, and in my first two starts I only completed... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Kanaan looks at big picture in Indy 500 qualifying May 12, 2008
Mario Andretti will receive the 2008 Legendary Driver Award at a dinner Monday night to benefit the Sam Schmidt Paralysis Foundation. Former driver Tero Palmroth, the only Indy starter from Finland, visited the track Saturday. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
The Young Pro May 10, 2008
" -Hillbilly Whatever you do may seem insignificant, but it is most important that you do it. -Gandhi Like washing your hands after using the bathroom or voting. If everything seems under control, youre not going fast enough. -Mario Andretti Ask this of a prison guard in a prison riot or a soldier in a fire fight. I will bet they wish for everything to be going a lot slower. Talent hits a target no one else can hit; Genius hits a target no one else can see. -Arthur... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Top 10 adrenaline packedvacations May 9, 2008
Then it's time to hit the track, open the throttle, and make like Mario Andretti ... Get behind Andretti himself and ride with him when you sign up for a Mario Andretti Fantasy Day. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Briscoe sends out Indy 500 message May 8, 2008
Marco Andretti, the 21-year-old grandson of former Indy 500 winner and Formula One world champion Mario Andretti, was the pacesetter in practice, leading 33 cars with a lap of 362. 558km/h. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Pitted pylon pilots, Part II May 6, 2008
IndyCar racing took off when Mario Andretti was battling A.J. Foyt. In the early years of NASCAR, it was Richard Petty vs. David Pearson, then Cale Yarborough vs. the Allisons. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Get ready to rumble May 6, 2008
The race in Milwaukee will feature big, big names: Danica Patrick, who is hot: Helio Castroneves, who is also hot and who danced with a real hottie on "Dancing With The Stars;" Mario Andretti, a name of legendary proportions; Graham Rahal, a matinee idol whose dad personified the tough-talking, tobacco-spitting, toothpick-chewing image of a racer. I know that in the past I have made light of auto racing as a sport. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Indy 500: Haas, racing have been together 50 years May 4, 2008
Newman simply replied "No." Haas' follow-up sentence was "I'm going to get Mario Andretti as our driver." Newman's reply was "I'm listening" ... Twenty-five years later, the Newman/Haas relationship has recorded 106 CART/Champ Car/Indy Racing Series victories with championships being captured in 1984 (Mario Andretti), 1991 (Michael Andretti), 1993 (Nigel Mansel), 2002 (Cristiano da Matta) and an unprecedented four titles in a row (2004-07 by Sebastien Bourdais. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Every boy’s dream came true for Stephens, Vette owner Apr 23, 2008
He knew Mario Andretti he came to the house once. Stephens said while other kids in the neighborhood were playing Little League, he was gaining the knowledge and expertise that would lead to his lifelong love for cars. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Patrick beats men, and her doubters Apr 21, 2008
A year ago, in search of a stronger team, Patrick jumped from the IndyCar Series team co-owned by the talk-show host David Letterman to the team co-owned by Michael Andretti, the former racer who is the son of Mario Andretti. Michael Andretti said he believed that Patrick, 5-feet-2, or 1. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
ITCHING FOR NO. 1: Veteran seeking first NASCAR victory Apr 17, 2008
Moving on has been a theme for Pruitt, a barnstormer at heart who would have reveled in the era when drivers like Mario Andretti or A.J. Foyt or Dan Gurney could win races in stockers, roadsters and Indy cars in a single weekend ... Look at Mario Andretti: an Indy 500-winner and a Formula 1 championship, CART championship, Daytona 500. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Morning Tipoff Apr 4, 2008
From 1D: On this date in 1993, Mario Andretti, at 53, won the Valvoline 200 in Phoenix to become the oldest driver to win an Indy car race and the first driver to win a race in four different decades. Playback. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Dixon wins first race in unified open-wheel series Mar 30, 2008
Andretti, the son of Andretti Green Racing team co-owner Michael Andretti and grandson of 00004000 longtime racing great Mario Andretti, led from lap 122 until he got caught behind a lapped car and watched Kanaan race past on lap 161. Second was a big accomplishment for Andretti, who broke a halfshaft and finished 15th at Homestead as a rookie in 2006, then had to park an ill-handling car and finished last in last years race after he said he scared himself on the track. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Preview of this year's IRL drivers Mar 27, 2008
The son of longtime racing star Michael Andretti and grandson of racing legend Mario Andretti won rookie of the year honors in 2006 after finishing seventh in the standings. He became the youngest winner of a major open-wheel event (19 years, 5 months, 14 days) when he won at Infineon Raceway in the fall of his rookie season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Tim TuttleINSIDE RACING Mar 27, 2008
With resources like legend Mario Andretti to call upon, Marco Andretti should have little trouble avoiding the pitfalls that sidetracked his sophomore IndyCar season. AP. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
All for Diablo Grande Mar 9, 2008
There are reasons why Jack Nicklaus, Mario Andretti and the late Gene Sarazen have been drawn to him like bees to blossoms. By the way, Panoz does not like to lose, whether it's Le Mans or the Central Valley. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Motorsports report: the ripple effect of open-wheel merger Mar 7, 2008
Grandfather Mario Andretti is a three-time overall winner of the sports car race. The Andretti Green team will be driving an Acura prototype in the LMP2 class. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Queensland race has place on IRL schedule for at least 6 years Mar 6, 2008
Marco will follow in the footsteps of grandfather Mario Andretti, a three-time overall winner at Sebring. I'm really looking forward to getting into the car, said Andretti, who will turn 21 on March 13. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Toronto remains priority for auto racing, sponsors say Mar 1, 2008
It generates an estimated $50-million in economic spinoffs, according to organizers, as more than 160,000 fans turn out in early July to watch top drivers such as Mario Andretti and Toronto's Paul Tracy roar through the grounds of Exhibition Place. The loss of the race, even for a year, would hurt the city's tourism prospects for this year. (Globe and Mail -- National)
This Day in History Feb 28, 2008
Auto racer Mario Andretti is 68. Actress Stephanie Beacham is 61. (Montana Standard, MT)
Andretti behind the wheel of merger Feb 27, 2008
Legendary driver Mario Andretti considers the long overdue unification of the rival Indy Racing League and Champ Car World Series to be ''the perfect birthday present. . (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Column: Toyota makes up ground in just one year Feb 24, 2008
Junior Johnson, Cale Yarborough, AJ Foyt, Mario Andretti, Bobby Allison, Richard Petty among many others. There's a ton of history and countless stories among that bunch. (Niles Star, MI)
IROC's at a hard place Feb 22, 2008
The list of winners includes such racing legends as Bobby Unser, Al Unser, A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti, Al Unser Jr., Bobby Allison, Cale Yarborough, Geoffrey Bodine and Dale Earnhardt, to name a few. Tony Stewart won the 30th and final series in 2006. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
IRL, Champ Car are on verge of merger Feb 20, 2008
There have been numerous attempts over the years to get the two sides back together, several of them launched by longtime racing star Mario Andretti and Champ Car team owner Paul Newman. Chip Ganassi, whose team won an unprecedented four straight CART championships in the 1990s before moving to the IRL, said last week at Daytona International Speedway, There cant be five people on the planet that dont want it to happen, so lets hope it happens. (MSNBC -- Sports)
In almost every clubhouse, there are connoisseurs Feb 20, 2008
So are former hockey great Wayne Gretzky, auto racing icon Mario Andretti, legendary quarterback Joe Montana and figure skater Peggy Fleming. "A lot of baseball players are into wine," former Brewers infielder Jeff Cirillo said from his home near Seattle. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Notebook Junior disappointed in Hendrick debut Feb 18, 2008
Notebook / Junior disappointed in Hendrick debut (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Notes: Busch takes 2nd; legends look back Feb 18, 2008
"' The former Daytona 500 winners played a key role in a daylong tribute to five decades of racing at NASCAR's most famous track, a 21/2-mile superspeedway that helped the sport become a national draw. The winners, including Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt and Junior Johnson, collectively gave the command for drivers to start their engines. Three former champions were missing during the pre-race drivers' meeting: Darrell Waltrip was working as a television analyst; David Pearson had an emergency; and... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
'Push from heaven' -- Dramatic move in final lap vaults Newman to Daytona glory Feb 18, 2008
Daytona 500 Winners 2008 -- Ryan Newman 2007 -- Kevin Harvick 2006 -- Jimmie Johnson 2005 -- Jeff Gordon 2004 -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2003 -- Michael Waltrip 2002 -- Ward Burton 2001 -- Michael Waltrip 2000 -- Dale Jarrett 1999 -- Jeff Gordon 1998 -- Dale Earnhardt 1997 -- Jeff Gordon 1996 -- Dale Jarrett 1995 -- Sterling Marlin 1994 -- Sterling Marlin 1993 -- Dale Jarrett 1992 -- Davey Allison 1991 -- Ernie Irvan 1990 -- Derrike Cope 1989 -- Darrell Waltrip 1988 -- Bobby Allison 1987 -- Bill... (North County Times)
Busch finishes fourth to cap busy weekend Feb 18, 2008
Last modified Sunday, February 17, 2008 10:13 PM PST. N) Let's put aside the fact that Barry Bonds is as likable as a toilet brush. (North County Times)
Kyle Busch didn't lead the lap that mattered Feb 18, 2008
The winners, including Mario Andretti, A.J. Foyt and Junior Johnson, collectively gave the command for drivers to start their engines. Three former champions were missing during the pre-race drivers' meeting: Darrell Waltrip was working as a television analyst; David Pearson had an emergency; and seven-time race winner Richard Petty had another engagement. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Wrecks, wrasslin’ & wins Feb 17, 2008
The others: Tiny Lund (1963), Mario Andretti (1967), Pete Hamilton (1970), Sterling Marlin (1994) and Michael Waltrip (2001). At long last. (Scranton Times, PA)
Race offers drivers shot at infamy Feb 17, 2008
"Do we have the ability? Yes. People in America are a lot more interested in NASCAR than they are with open-wheel." Former Indy-car champions Mario Andretti and A.J. Foyt have won Daytona 500. All 170,000 grandstand seats were sold out weeks ago. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Driver's wildest dream Feb 17, 2008
" Former Indy-car champions Mario Andretti and A.J. Foyt have won the Daytona 500. All 170,000 grandstand seats were sold out weeks ago. So was every open spot in the massive infield. Fox sold out every commercial spot for its telecast. While the rest of the country braces for a recession, stock-car racing - at least the Daytona 500 - is at full speed. So is NASCAR's new winged race car. After being scrutinized a year during selected starts, drivers have embraced the new car for today's race.... (Florida Times-Union)
Uno a hit on whirlwind press tour Feb 14, 2008
8 a.m. Driver Mario must have been related to race-car speed freak Mario Andretti because once everyone was back on board, he accelerated going from 0 to 60 mph dodging yellows taxis and pedestrians with what was obviously practiced skill. Video. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Open-wheelers racers take to NASCAR Montoya's 2007 success has opened the... Feb 12, 2008
Open-wheelers racers take to NASCAR / Montoya's 2007 success has opened the floodgates for 2008 rookies. If I could do that, that's plenty good for me," Hornish said. Although the influx of open-wheel drivers was met with some skepticism - defending Daytona 500 winner Kevin Harvick, for one, said they made a mistake - other believe it will be good for the sport. The additions could create more competition for open seats, expand fan base and maybe even boost television ratings. "You have to look... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
NASCAR: Drivers making most of opening Feb 12, 2008
--- A.J. Foyt and Mario Andretti opened the door for open-wheel drivers to race stock cars. Juan Pablo Montoya kicked it in. (The Augusta Chronicle)
NASCAR's new world order Feb 12, 2008
Advertisements Mark Long, The Associated Press DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. - A.J. Foyt, Mario Andretti and Tony Stewart opened the door for open-wheel drivers to race stock cars. Juan Pablo Montoya kicked it in. (News & Observer -- Sports)
50 years of Daytona: 50 things to know before Sunday's big 5-0 Feb 12, 2008
34 Six drivers scored their first career NASCAR Cup victories in the Daytona 500 -- Tiny Lund (1963), Mario Andretti (1967), Pete Hamilton (1970), Derrike Cope (1990), Sterling Marlin (1994) and Michael Waltrip (2001) ... "17 Since 1995, domestic TV ratings for the Daytona 500 have been the highest for any auto race of the year, surpassing open-wheel's tradition-bound Indianapolis 500.18 Richard Petty scored his Daytona 500 victories in 1964, 1966, 1971, 1973-74, 1979 and 1981. Among King... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Mergertalks between Champ Car, IRL hit roadblock Feb 9, 2008
"It's the best possible solution for open wheel racing. It's long overdue and it has my approval 100 percent.''Numerous attempts to unite the groups over the years have failed, mostly over who would have control. Longtime star Mario Andretti has made several attempts to get the sides together."It's the only solution we have to save the sport we love so much,'' he said. "The bottom line is that this is desperately needed. There's no losers in a situation like this, starting with the fans.''Eddie... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Opinion: Villeneuve has tough road ahead in NASCAR Feb 9, 2008
He won it in 1997, when he wrested the championship away from Michael Schumacher to join Emerson Fittipaldi and Mario Andretti as just the third driver to win the Indy 500, the Indy series title and an F1 championship. It made him a national hero in Canada and an international superstar. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR Champ Johnson Honored As SPEED Performer of the Year; Earns Second Consecutive Mario Andretti Trophy Feb 9, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Legendary racer Mario Andretti awarded two-time defending NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson his second consecutive Mario Andretti Trophy as the 2007 SPEED Performer of the Year, as part of last nights second annual SPEED Performance Awards, hosted by Danica Patrick and Tommy Kendall ... Two-time SPEED Performer of the Year Jimmie Johnson, left, is awarded his second consecutive Mario Andretti Trophy by the legend himself ... The Mario Andretti... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
