Seen in Houston

UPDATE #3 AutoRacing1.com investigated this report and we have learned that Kevin Kalkhoven did not arrive in Houston until 12:30 PM so the reports that he was seen this morning with Tony George in the Champ Car Business Unit are false. 05/13/06 We are getting other reports that Tony George was seen in the Champ Car Business Unit very early this morning with Kevin Kalkhoven (and probably others). He then reportedly left to get back to Indy in time for pole qualifying, which was of course rained out. These reports are unconfirmed.

05/13/06 This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' today as we can confirm that Tony George was spotted twice in the paddock last evening, once around 7:30 PM and again around 10:00 PM during the ALMS race. While we did not get a chance to speak to him we do hear he came down with Roger Penske to watch the ALMS race and have a look around at the Houston facility.

05/12/06 AutoRacing1.com sources spotted Tony George, IRL President Brian Barnhart and Penske Racing's Tim Cindric in the Houston Airport today. Speculation is that George and Barnhart may be in town to continue further talks with Kevin Kalkhoven. However, they may just be coming for a night of R&R to watch tonight's ALMS race as guests of Penske Racing. Stay tuned as we investigate further…..