10 Aug 2008

Scott Dixon wins Meijer Indy 300

3:58 pm on 10 August 2008

New Zealand IndyCar driver Scott Dixon came from behind at Kentucky Speedway, passing Helio Castroneves on the final straightaway to win the Meijer Indy 300.

It was the second win in a row and the record-tying sixth victory of the season for Dixon, trying to win his second IndyCar Series championship.

The win extends Dixon's lead in the championship by a further 13 points.