After uncertainty, more hopeful outlook for Milwaukee Mile (The Associated Press)

A rainy forecast gave way to a sunny afternoon for this year’s IndyCar race at the Milwaukee Mile. It was a good crowd today,” driver Sebastien Bourdais said after winning Sunday’s 250-lap race. What promoters needed going into this year’s race were more fans, at least enough of a healthy showing to help convince decision-makers that the Mile should remain a regular stop on the top U.S open-wheel circuit.