The 1998 Radisson 200 (also referred to as the Colorado 200 on

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. The race was held on August 16, 1998 at the

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Report

Qualifying

Two laps qualifying. The worst lap from any of the drivers are unknown. # Couldn't qualify after his chassis had been damaged in a practice crash. He was allowed to start the race at the back of the field.

Failed to qualify or withdrew

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for Metro Racing Systems - took part in practice sessions, but withdrew before qualifying.

Race

# On August 21, both Menard drivers were docked 15 points after the rear wing of their cars was declared illegal in a technical inspection. The penalties were appealed on September 9 and, despite a hearing having been scheduled for September 23, the appeal was dismissed in just two days.

Race Statistics

*Lead changes: 10 among 6 drivers

Standings after the race

;Drivers' Championship standings before the penalties ;Drivers' Championship standings after the penalties * Note: Only the top five positions are included for the standings.

References

External links

IndyCar official website
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