Preakness field at seven features Derby absentees
Linkage and Aloma's Ruler head a seven horse Preakness field at Pimlico joining Laser Light Reinvested and Water Bank from the Derby. Gato Del Sol and Cupecoy's Joy are absent with Cupecoy's Joy scratched for seating concerns. Linkage favored at 6-5 rides post six with Bill Shoemaker aboard as Belmont bid potential looms for Christiana Stable.
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Indy speeds surge as old record line breaks in practice
AP story notes the rapid rise in speed at Indianapolis Motor Speedway during time trials prep. Rick Mears and Mario Andretti post speeds over 206 mph in practice while nerves over safety rules loom. Penske officials cite enhanced ground effects and reduced turbocharger need as key factors in times dropping past 200 mph.
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Cogan
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Danny Ongais
Bobby Unser
U.S. Auto Club
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Roger Penske
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al Unser
NBC CART TV Deal Signals IndyCar Coverage Begin 1983
NBC Sports and Championship Auto Racing Teams announced a multi year contract to televise all CART Indycar events starting in 1983. The pact, described as among the richest in the sport, may be worth up to four million dollars over the first three years. NBC plans six or seven races live, with others taped, schedule details pending.
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NBC Sports
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