Photos from the

1998 Medic Drug Grand Prix of Cleveland

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clev_09mp.JPG (7704 bytes) I'm still trying to figure out how Zanardi can go 2 laps further than the other Hondas on a tank of fuel. clev_16mp.JPG (8549 bytes) Michel Jourdain Jr. shares a peace-pipe with owner Dale Coyne.
clev_01mp.JPG (9798 bytes) You have to be careful with these wide angle shots.   Next thing you know you're walking into the car... Here's Gil! clev_05mp.JPG (6473 bytes) Rumor has it that Greg Moore was suffering from the flu all weekend, and blew chow in his helmet during the race!
clev_23mp.JPG (6873 bytes) A new addition to the camera bag was a 17mm wide angle lens. clev_30mp.JPG (6209 bytes) Experimenting with a new light defracting filter mount produced some interesting results.
clev_37mp.JPG (8518 bytes) Tony Kanaan is apparently concerned about too much exposure to the sun.  I hear he burns easily. clev_44mp.JPG (7504 bytes) When you are having the wonderful year the "Z man"is experiencing, you want to rub his head and book a flight to Las Vegas!
clev_22mp.JPG (6703 bytes) It looks like Robby's gloves have seen better days. clev_03mp.JPG (7390 bytes) Finally, a good action shot of Michael!   Black cars are tough to photograph.
clev_12mp.JPG (6308 bytes) I got $10 that says you can't tell me the name of this driver. clev_02mp.JPG (6287 bytes) Team Penske makes some wing adjustments.
clev_15mp.JPG (6960 bytes) Believe it or not, Robby had nothing to do with this   trip to the grass. clev_14mp.JPG (6345 bytes) Michael ran strong all day and had a fine second place run.
clev_13mp.JPG (7396 bytes) After an off-course excursion in practice, a cheesed-off Helio Castro-Neves storms out of his pits. clev_10mp.JPG (7749 bytes) Old Glory and Robby Gordon:  It doesn't get any better.
clev_17mp.JPG (6201 bytes) I was in a pretty artistic mood this race weekend. clev_25mp.JPG (5284 bytes) At this point, the cars get off the pitroad speed limiter, and on the power. 
clev_19mp.JPG (6623 bytes) At Cleveland you can get caught in a rut taking driver head shots.  It's good to mix it up. clev_20mp.JPG (6822 bytes) J.J Lehto : From Formula 1, to driving a car with "Woody Woodpecker" livery.
clev_21mp.JPG (7772 bytes) You couldn't have ordered nicer weather for this years race. clev_04mp.JPG (8153 bytes) Richie Hearn and Larry the Lizard head down pit lane.
clev_11mp.JPG (8248 bytes) Another one for the "Kenny and the Driver" photo series. clev_24mp.JPG (6782 bytes) Dario "Chiggers" Franchitti climbs into his car sans helmet.
clev_18mp.JPG (6571 bytes) I didn't notice at the time how pretty the sky was that day.  clev_40mp.JPG (6843 bytes) "At 200 MPH, you have no friends"..... cool
clev_27mp.JPG (5467 bytes) Alex is right, that Barilla pasta and sauce is very good. clev_28mp.JPG (6506 bytes) Is it me or does the guy on Max's helmet look like Tony George?
clev_29mp.JPG (6911 bytes) From left to right: Kenny, Julie, Zatch and me! clev_07mp.JPG (8701 bytes) I like the depth of field with this new lens.    I can't believe I didn't get yelled at taking this photo.
clev_31mp.JPG (8068 bytes) I had to include this shot of Tracy so all the Al Jr. fans can download a new dartboard bulls-eye. clev_32mp.JPG (6487 bytes) A rare solo photo of TJ with Ribero's T-car.
clev_35mp.JPG (7328 bytes) Just wondering how many times Dennis Vitolo has mortgaged his house to race. clev_34mp.JPG (6918 bytes) Our favorite Indy Lights owner Brian Stewart congratulates his driver Sergio Paese after a fine qualifying run.
clev_33mp.JPG (7352 bytes) I love it when I dodge track security and get these shots. clev_36mp.JPG (8093 bytes) Oh my god, a photo of Christian Fittipaldi with bad hair!   I expect to be hearing from his lawyers.
clev_43mp.JPG (8036 bytes) I can't make up my mind if I like G's new helmet.  It's kind of cool, but also very busy. clev_38mp.JPG (7821 bytes) Mad Max Papis and his MCI Reynard-Toyota.
clev_06mp.JPG (7033 bytes) Al Unser Jr. came ready to race this weekend, but troubles with his gearbox and Paul Tracy relegated him to a 17th place finish. clev_08mp.JPG (8833 bytes) "Uncle Bobby" was floating the rumor at Toronto that Greg Moore will be in a Penske next year.
clev_41mp.JPG (6621 bytes) The All-American/Gurney  race cars are really fun to photograph. clev_26mp.JPG (4928 bytes) The Indy-Lights were the last race of the weekend, and proved to be very competitive.
clev_39mp.JPG (7468 bytes) Bobby Rahal and Brian Herta converse after Sunday morning warm-up. clev_42mp.JPG (6692 bytes) Have you ever noticed that Scott Pruett really likes nomex turtle-necks?

 

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