When was Helio Castroneves born and what was his profession?
Recently he won the Indy 500 When it was over, after Helio Castroneves ran away with his third Indianapolis 500 win, the Coral Gables-based driver — as usual — had trouble containing his emotions. ”It’s awesome,” he said into his radio. “Thank you God, thank you.” Castroneves, who just weeks before had been in a Miami federal court facing jail time because of tax evasion charges, jumped out of his Team Penske Honda and climbed the retaining fence to celebrate as is custom for the Brazilian racing fans have nicknamed “Spider-man.” His sister Kati, who was also acquitted in the tax trial, watched the race in agony from the pit area. Like her younger brother, she was also emotional. ”I cannot describe it,” Kati said. “I love him. I want to climb the fence, too.” Helio and Kati Castroneves were charged by federal prosecutors of criminally conspiring to hide $5.5 million in income. Soon after being acquitted, Castroneves flew to California to resume his racing career. Two weeks
Born – Hélio Castro Neves Nationality Brazilian Date of Birth May 10, 1975 (1975-05-10) (age 34) Place of Birth Ribeirão Preto, São Paulo 2009 IRL IndyCar Series Debut season 2001 Current team Penske Racing Car No. 3 Starts 116 Wins 14 Poles 28 Best finish 2nd in 2002 & 2008 Previous series 1996-1997 – Indy Lights 1998-2001 – CART Awards 2001 – Indianapolis 500 Winner 2001 – Indianapolis 500 Rookie of the Year 2002 – Indianapolis 500 Winner 2009 – Indianapolis 500 Winner See also: http://www.cbssports.com/autoracing/drivers/driverpage/237730 Sources: http://en.wikipedia.
