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In the Baltimore paddocks there were a lot of things going-on behind closed doors and, according to reports, Team Penske is trying to lure Ryan Hunter-Reay to come join the Captain's team for 2013.
As of today, Ryan Briscoe has not been confirmed for 2013 and Team Penske wants to lure the American ace who has had one of his best seasons ever, still standing second in the championship with only one race to go, close to Penske's ace Will Power.
But, it seems as though RHR is not Penske's first choice and its recent interest in the Andretti Autosport driver came only after Simon Pagenaud refuse its offer; the Frenchman unable to do anything thanks to the contract he has with Sam Schmidt's Honda-powered team.
But Ryan Hunter-Reay still hasn't made his mind and his loyalty to Michael Andretti could weigh heavily in his final decision. The team is on the verge of re-signing DHR and Sun Drop as primary sponsors and they expect Hunter-Reay to stay with the team for a least a couple of years.
Meanwhile, Ryan Briscoe's management team has been busy making contacts with other teams. Although it is still possible that the Australian could be back with Penske in 2013, we have learned that Honda and Ganassi have approached Briscoe and that they would be eager to put him in Graham Rahal's empty seat.
Very much in demand, Briscoe has also held talks with Bobby Rahal and he could end-up as teammate to Graham Rahal who is almost certain to team-up with his father.
We have learned also that Rubens Barichello won't be back with KV Racing next season and that the former F1 driver could find his way to Schmidt Hamilton Motorsports alongside Pagenaud. Other teams have also showed interest with the Brazilian.
As of today, Ryan Briscoe has not been confirmed for 2013 and Team Penske wants to lure the American ace who has had one of his best seasons ever, still standing second in the championship with only one race to go, close to Penske's ace Will Power.
But, it seems as though RHR is not Penske's first choice and its recent interest in the Andretti Autosport driver came only after Simon Pagenaud refuse its offer; the Frenchman unable to do anything thanks to the contract he has with Sam Schmidt's Honda-powered team.
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| Ryan Hunter-Reay ahead Simon Pagenaud at Baltimore, two drivers targeted by Penske. (Photo: IndyCar) |
But Ryan Hunter-Reay still hasn't made his mind and his loyalty to Michael Andretti could weigh heavily in his final decision. The team is on the verge of re-signing DHR and Sun Drop as primary sponsors and they expect Hunter-Reay to stay with the team for a least a couple of years.
Meanwhile, Ryan Briscoe's management team has been busy making contacts with other teams. Although it is still possible that the Australian could be back with Penske in 2013, we have learned that Honda and Ganassi have approached Briscoe and that they would be eager to put him in Graham Rahal's empty seat.
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| Ryan Briscoe. (Photo: IndyCar) |
Very much in demand, Briscoe has also held talks with Bobby Rahal and he could end-up as teammate to Graham Rahal who is almost certain to team-up with his father.
We have learned also that Rubens Barichello won't be back with KV Racing next season and that the former F1 driver could find his way to Schmidt Hamilton Motorsports alongside Pagenaud. Other teams have also showed interest with the Brazilian.