What was the official name and significance of the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal race?

The 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was the thirteenth round of the 2002 CART FedEx Champ Car World Series season. It was notable as the first Champ Car event to be held at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, a venue primarily known for hosting the Formula One Canadian Grand Prix.

On what date did the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal take place, and where was it held?

The 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was held on August 25, 2002, at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Can you describe the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve where the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was contested?

The Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, is a permanent road course. For the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, it measured 2.709 miles (4.360 km) in length.

What were the specified race distance and duration for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was scheduled for 80 laps, covering a total distance of 216.72 miles (348.800 km).

What were the weather conditions reported during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The weather on the day of the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was partly cloudy, with temperatures reaching up to 25 degrees Celsius (77 degrees Fahrenheit). The maximum reported wind speeds were 5.1 kilometers per hour (3.2 miles per hour).

Who secured the pole position for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and what team did they represent?

Cristiano da Matta, representing Newman/Haas Racing, secured the pole position for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

What was the qualifying time that earned Cristiano da Matta pole position?

Cristiano da Matta achieved the pole position with a qualifying time of 1:18.959.

Which driver recorded the fastest lap during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and for which team?

Dario Franchitti, driving for Team KOOL Green, recorded the fastest lap during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

At what lap was the fastest lap of the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal set, and what was the time?

The fastest lap of the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was set by Dario Franchitti on lap 39, with a time of 1:20.238.

Who finished in the top three positions in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal race?

The podium finishers for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal were: Dario Franchitti in first place, Cristiano da Matta in second place, and Tony Kanaan in third place.

What were the nationalities of the top three finishers at the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti, the winner, is from the United Kingdom. The second-place finisher, Cristiano da Matta, and the third-place finisher, Tony Kanaan, are both from Brazil.

Which teams were represented by the top three finishers in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The winner, Dario Franchitti, drove for Team KOOL Green. The second-place finisher, Cristiano da Matta, was with Newman/Haas Racing, and the third-place finisher, Tony Kanaan, competed for Mo Nunn Racing.

How many laps did the winner, Dario Franchitti, complete in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti completed all 80 laps of the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

What was the finishing time for the winner, Dario Franchitti, in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti completed the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal in a time of 1 hour, 59 minutes, and 40.938 seconds.

What was the time difference between the first and second-place finishers in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Cristiano da Matta finished 2.588 seconds behind the winner, Dario Franchitti, in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which driver finished in fourth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and what was their time difference to the leader?

Paul Tracy finished in fourth place, 6.266 seconds behind the leader, Dario Franchitti, in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which driver retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to gearbox issues, and what was their starting grid position?

Bruno Junqueira, starting from 3rd on the grid, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to gearbox issues after completing 68 laps.

What was the reason for Scott Dixon's retirement from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and how many laps did he complete?

Scott Dixon retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to a gearbox issue after completing 77 laps. He had started from 7th on the grid.

Which driver retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to contact, and what was their starting grid position?

Kenny Bräck retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to contact, having started from 5th on the grid. He completed 0 laps.

What caused Adrian Fernández's retirement from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and how many laps did he complete?

Adrian Fernández retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to contact after completing 69 laps. He had started from 16th on the grid.

Which drivers led the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal at different points in the race?

The drivers who led the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal were Cristiano da Matta, Dario Franchitti, Adrian Fernández, and Michel Jourdain Jr.

How many laps did Dario Franchitti lead during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti led a total of 43 laps during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

How many laps did Cristiano da Matta lead in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Cristiano da Matta led a total of 35 laps during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which drivers led for one lap each during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Adrian Fernández and Michel Jourdain Jr. each led for one lap during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

What were the instances of caution flags during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Caution flags were displayed during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal for two separate incidents: laps 1-2 due to contact involving Bräck (car #12), and laps 12-13 because Mario Domínguez (car #55) had stopped on course. A third caution period occurred from laps 70-73 following contact involving Fernández (car #51).

What new track record was set during the qualification session for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Cristiano da Matta set a new track record during the second qualification session for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal with a time of 1:18.959.

What new race lap record was established during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti set a new race lap record during the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal with a time of 1:20.238.

What new race record was achieved by Dario Franchitti at the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti established a new race record for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal with a finishing time of 1:59:40.938.

What was the average speed recorded for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal race?

The average speed for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal race was 108.648 miles per hour.

Which driver achieved the best qualifying time in the first qualifying session for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Cristiano da Matta achieved the best qualifying time in the first session with a lap of 1:19.465.

Which driver achieved the best qualifying time in the second qualifying session for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Dario Franchitti achieved the best qualifying time in the second session with a lap of 1:19.334.

What was the grid position for Tony Kanaan in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and how many points did he score?

Tony Kanaan started from 13th on the grid and finished in third place, scoring 14 points in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which Canadian driver finished in fourth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and what team did they represent?

Paul Tracy, a Canadian driver, finished in fourth place representing Team KOOL Green in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which driver started 15th on the grid for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal and retired due to a drive shaft issue?

Oriol Servià started 14th on the grid for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal and retired after 13 laps due to a drive shaft issue.

What was the starting grid position for Michel Jourdain Jr. in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and where did he finish?

Michel Jourdain Jr. started from 15th on the grid and finished in sixth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which driver retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to engine failure, and what was their starting position?

Mario Domínguez retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to an engine issue after completing 11 laps. He had started from 17th on the grid.

What was the starting grid position for Michael Andretti in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and how many laps did he complete?

Michael Andretti started from 18th on the grid and completed 80 laps, finishing in eighth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal.

Which driver, starting from 9th on the grid, finished in ninth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Shinji Nakano, starting from 9th on the grid, finished in ninth place in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, completing 79 laps.

Which driver, starting from 12th on the grid, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to brake issues?

Tora Takagi, starting from 12th on the grid, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to brake issues after completing 64 laps.

Which Canadian driver retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to gearbox problems, and from what grid position did they start?

Patrick Carpentier, a Canadian driver, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to gearbox problems. He started from 4th on the grid and completed 27 laps.

What was the previous CART race before the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and what was the next race in the season?

The previous CART race before the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was the 2002 Grand Prix at Road America, and the next race in the season was the 2002 Shell Grand Prix of Denver.

What was the previous race held in Montreal that is mentioned in relation to the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The text mentions the 1986 Molson Indy Montreal, which was held at Sanair Super Speedway, as a previous race in Montreal.

What was the next race in Montreal following the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The next race in Montreal following the 2002 event was the 2003 Molson Indy Montreal.

What was the nationality of the driver who set the new race lap record at the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The driver who set the new race lap record, Dario Franchitti, is from the United Kingdom.

What was the nationality of the driver who set the new track record during qualifying for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

The driver who set the new track record during qualifying, Cristiano da Matta, is from Brazil.

Which driver, starting 16th, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to contact?

Adrian Fernández, who started 16th on the grid, retired from the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal due to contact.

What was the best qualifying time achieved by Patrick Carpentier in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal?

Patrick Carpentier's best qualifying time for the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal was 1:19.510.

Which driver finished 10th in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, and what was the reason for their retirement?

Scott Dixon finished 10th in the 2002 Molson Indy Montreal, retiring after 77 laps due to gearbox issues.

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Event Overview

Event Context

The 2002 Molson Indy Montreal marked the thirteenth round of the 2002 CART FedEx Championship Series season. This event was significant as it was the first time the CART series competed on the renowned Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, a venue more commonly associated with Formula One.

Venue & Specifications

Location: Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
Course Type: Permanent road course.
Circuit Length: 2.709 miles (4.360 km).
Race Distance: 80 laps, covering 216.72 miles (348.800 km).

Qualifying Performance

Pole Position

Brazilian driver Cristiano da Matta, representing Newman/Haas Racing, secured pole position with a blistering lap time of 1:18.959. This performance set the benchmark for the grid.

Fastest Lap

The fastest lap of the qualifying sessions was achieved by Dario Franchitti of Team KOOL Green, clocking in at 1:19.334. This demonstrated his competitive pace around the new circuit.

Qualifying Results Summary

The qualifying sessions established a competitive grid, with several drivers demonstrating strong performance on the challenging Montreal circuit. The top contenders were closely matched, promising an exciting race.

Pos	Nat	Name	Team	Best Time
1	Brazil	Cristiano da Matta	Newman/Haas Racing	1:18.959
2	United Kingdom	Dario Franchitti	Team KOOL Green	1:19.334
3	Brazil	Bruno Junqueira	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	1:19.347
4	Canada	Patrick Carpentier	Team Player's	1:19.510
5	Sweden	Kenny Bräck	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	1:19.625
6	United States	Jimmy Vasser	Team Rahal	1:19.704
7	New Zealand	Scott Dixon	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	1:19.755
8	Canada	Alex Tagliani	Team Player's	1:19.841
9	Japan	Shinji Nakano	Fernández Racing	1:19.870
10	Canada	Paul Tracy	Team KOOL Green	1:19.871
11	Brazil	Christian Fittipaldi	Newman/Haas Racing	1:19.893
12	Japan	Tora Takagi	Walker Racing	1:19.981
13	Brazil	Tony Kanaan	Mo Nunn Racing	1:20.010
14	Spain	Oriol Servià	Patrick Racing	1:20.161
15	Mexico	Michel Jourdain Jr.	Team Rahal	1:20.162
16	Mexico	Adrian Fernández	Fernández Racing	1:20.756
17	Mexico	Mario Domínguez	Herdez Competition	1:21.065
18	United States	Michael Andretti	Team Motorola	1:21.670

Race Day Action

Podium Finishers

The race saw a strong performance from the United Kingdom's Dario Franchitti, who claimed victory. He was joined on the podium by Cristiano da Matta of Brazil in second place, and fellow Brazilian Tony Kanaan in third.

Race Victory & Speed

Dario Franchitti completed the 80-lap race in a time of 1:59:40.938, achieving an average speed of 108.648 mph. This victory marked a significant achievement for Franchitti and Team KOOL Green.

Full Race Results

The race was a test of endurance and strategy, with several drivers leading laps and battling for position. The final standings reflect a dynamic competition on the Montreal circuit.

Pos	No	Driver	Team	Laps	Time/Retired	Grid	Points
1	27	Dario Franchitti	Team KOOL Green	80	1:59:40.938	2	21
2	6	Cristiano da Matta	Newman/Haas Racing	80	+2.588	1	18
3	10	Tony Kanaan	Mo Nunn Racing	80	+4.612	13	14
4	26	Paul Tracy	Team KOOL Green	80	+6.266	10	12
5	8	Jimmy Vasser	Team Rahal	80	+6.808	6	10
6	9	Michel Jourdain Jr.	Team Rahal	80	+8.104	15	8
7	11	Christian Fittipaldi	Newman/Haas Racing	80	+13.021	11	6
8	39	Michael Andretti	Team Motorola	80	+13.503	18	5
9	51	Shinji Nakano	Fernández Racing	79	+ 1 Lap	9	4
10	44	Scott Dixon	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	77	Gearbox	7	3
11	33	Alex Tagliani	Team Player's	77	+ 3 Laps	8	2
12	51	Adrian Fernández	Fernández Racing	69	Contact	16	1
13	4	Bruno Junqueira	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	68	Gearbox	3	0
14	5	Tora Takagi	Walker Racing	64	Brakes	12	0
15	32	Patrick Carpentier	Team Player's	27	Gearbox	4	0
16	20	Oriol Servià	Patrick Racing	13	Drive shaft	14	0
17	55	Mario Domínguez	Herdez Competition	11	Engine	17	0
18	12	Kenny Bräck	Target Chip Ganassi Racing	0	Contact	5	0

Race Conditions

Weather Report

The race day in Montreal was characterized by favorable weather conditions. The skies were partly cloudy, with temperatures reaching up to 25°C (77°F). Wind speeds were moderate, reported at a maximum of 5.1 km/h (3.2 mph), providing a stable environment for the high-speed competition.

On-Track Incidents

Caution Periods

Several caution periods were deployed during the race, primarily due to on-track incidents that required race officials to neutralize the field for safety and recovery operations.

Laps	Cause
1-2	Kenny Bräck (Car #12) contact
12-13	Mario Domínguez (Car #55) stopped on course
70-73	Adrian Fernández (Car #51) contact

Records & Leadership

Circuit Records

The event saw new benchmarks set for the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve:

New Track Record (Qualifying): Cristiano da Matta set a remarkable 1:18.959.
New Race Lap Record: Dario Franchitti recorded the fastest race lap at 1:20.238.
New Race Record: Dario Franchitti also set the fastest overall race time of 1:59:40.938.

Lap Leadership

The lead of the race changed hands multiple times, showcasing strategic battles and driver prowess. Cristiano da Matta led for a significant portion, but Dario Franchitti ultimately secured the most laps led.

Driver	Laps Led
Dario Franchitti	43
Cristiano da Matta	35
Michel Jourdain Jr.	1
Adrian Fernández	1

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