DODSON RETURNS TO "COPPER WORLD" PODIUM AT PIR Cameron Dodson returned to the victory podium at Phoenix International Raceway in his second appearance at the one-mile paved oval. Although this time it was as the runner-up. The twenty-year old racing standout from Greenfield, Indiana, soared to his "Copper World Classic" win last year and was poised to repeat. Dodson's Carl Edwards/R.E. Technologies No. 199 Ford Racing machine delivered on performance and agility but the talented young driver had his work cut out for him. Facing premier field of open wheel aces as well as names like Ryan Newman, Dave Steele, and Jerry Coons, competition was fierce and track position is vital at PIR. Polesitter Bobby East had a significant advantage of pacing the field while Dodson had to advance four positions from his sixth place starting berth before setting his sights on East. Unfortunately, cautions and the lap counter clicked off and Dodson ran out of time before the checkered flag waved. He was still able to bring home an impressive second place finish to bookend his runner-up finish at Richmond International Raceway that opened his 2008 USAC Silver Crown campaign. In fact, Dodson's win at Iowa Speedway for the "Casey's General Stores 100" was sandwiched between a pair of 2nd place honors in only four series' starts this season. "Chris Santucci and the No. 199 Carl Edwards Racing/R.E. Technologies Ford Racing team delivered another great car that I was able to handle," commented Dodson. "I believe we had one of the best cars out there and could have really challenged East for the lead but we were at a disadvantage havint to work through traffic and starting sixth before havint that chance. Still, we were able to get one win this season and a pair of runner-up finishes in four races so every time we showed up, we proved we were capable of being out front. This will be a great way to go into the off-season and I am looking forward to what the 2009 season brings." While the "Copper World Classic" is the USAC Silver Crown season finale, you can stay informed on the latest news and activities of Cameron Dodson online at http://www.camerondodson.com. Dodson's #199 Carl Edwards Racing/R.E. Technologies C&R Chassis is powered by a Yates-Roush Ford engine and carries sponsorship from Ford Racing, Red Line Oil, Hoosier Tire, The Wax Shop, The Joie of Seating, and Mechanix Wear. |
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