Castroneves takes pole for Indy Japan 300, edging Briscoe, series leader Power
By APSaturday, September 18, 2010
Castroneves takes pole for Indy Japan 300
MOTEGI, Japan — Helio Castroneves took the pole position Saturday for the Indy Japan 300, turning a lap at 201.992 mph to lead a Team Penske sweep of the top three starting spots Sunday.
Ryan Briscoe was second, followed by series points leader Will Power and Dario Franchitti.
Power, making his first start on the 1.5-mile Twin Ring Motegi oval, has a 17-point lead over defending series champion Franchitti with two races left and could wrap up the title with a victory Sunday.
Castroneves is a four-time pole-sitter and 2006 winner at Motegi.
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