Renowned for his engineering skills, studious approach and road-racing prowess, Mark Donohue could also hold his own on ovals – as his 1972 Indianapolis 500 win testifies. Mark Donohue's career at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway was much like the man: understated and somewhat under-appreciated, while being overshadowed by his trendsetting car owner and the magnificent machine that took him to victory in the 1972 Indy 500. When discussing the great ones at Indy, Donohue's name is seldom mentioned, and that '72 triumph is more remembered for his teammate's domination and another team's faux pas. But make no mistake, Donohue was a quick learner who adapted to ovals, high speeds and walls as...
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