02/07/2008 13:57. Concord, NC (AHN) - A year ago Dario Franchitti was leading the
IndyCar points championship, an Indy 500 champion who went on to
win the IndyCar title. Today he is out of a job in the NASCAR
Sprint Cup Series. Due to a lack of sponsorship and poor results
Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates has ceased operation of
Franchitti's No. 40 Dodge beginning immediately. "This is a
difficult decision for Felix and I that did not come without its
share of anguish," said team owner Chip Ganassi. "In this tough
business environment continuing... //
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