August 22, 2009
Justin Wilson Starts 19th for Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma
Sonoma, California (August 22, 2009) – It was not the day the team and driver had hoped for today at the twisty up and downs of Infineon Raceway.
After running 4th in the morning amongst the set one-tire group of 24 cars, a bent rear wishbone would dash the hopes of this promising Dale Coyne Racing squad in the afternoon qualifying.
After posting a time in the top six in early laps of qualifying, Justin Wilson brought his #18 Z-Line Designs machine in for the much faster red tires, only for the team to see that the right rear upper wishbone was severely bent. In this short 20 minute session, there would not be enough time to make the repair and get back out on the faster red compound Firestones and advance into the top six, transferring to the second round of qualifying.
In the end Justin’s time of 78.33 seconds would relegate him back to 19th starting position for tomorrow’s Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma. “Obviously we are disappointed,” commented Wilson. “We had some good improvements between sessions and knew where we needed to go to challenge for the front row again, but the wishbone was an unexpected halt to our progress.”
“Justin is a good starter and perhaps we need some unique strategy for tomorrow’s race,” reported team owner Dale Coyne. “This is a difficult place to pass, but we have lots of variables for tomorrow.”
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About Z-Line Designs
Formed 10 years ago by founder Jim Sexton, Z-Line Designs has become the nation’s leading import manufacturer of ready-to-assemble furniture for home office, garage storage systems, home entertainment, premium flat panel wall mounts, HDMI and a variety of high-end audio video cables and accessories. Z-Line Designs’ award-winning furniture has set the trend and the standard for quality and unique designs in its market. For more information on Z-Line Designs please visit www.z-linedesigns.com.
About Dale Coyne Racing
About Dale Coyne Racing Dale Coyne Racing, based in Plainfield , IL , is in its 26th year of fielding Indy cars. Known for recruiting and coaching drivers, Coyne’s expertise and passion for the sport has led to his leadership position in the league. The team is currently in the Top-10 of the 2009 IndyCar Series Championship. For more information, please visit www.dalecoyneracing.com.
Contact:
Dan Martens
MISIX, Inc.
(847) 245-4188
dmartens@misixinc.com
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