In a year that saw near wins by Oriol Servia at Monterrey, Ronnie Bremer at San Jose and a solid season long performance by rookie Ricardo Sperafico, Dale Coyne Racing reflects on the season past source: champcarworldseries.com The number 19 American Medical Response Lola saw several drivers in the seat through the season after Oriol Servia moved to Newman/Haas racing to replace the injured Bruno Junqueira. While all the Coyne drivers showed themselves proud the decision to do the majority of the season with Dane rookie Ronnie Bremer proved to be a good one. Ronnie had several top tens, led more laps than any other rookie and finished third in the highly contested Roshfrans rookie of the year chase. Ronnie entered the final race in 10th position in the championship and a solid second in the rookie chase, but an unfortunate accident on lap 18 of the Gran Premio Telmex-Tecate here in Mexico ended the chases of a top ten by only one scant point. "I am very happy for the opportunity this year that Dale and all the people at American Medical Response have given me," reflected Ronnie at Sunday's award banquet. "Today was a big mistake that cost us a season top ten and for that I am sorry, but I have learned much this year and wish to thank everyone that has helped me." Ronnie finished tied for 11th in the points with former series champion Cristiano da Matta. "Ronnie did a great job this year, especially entering out team at mid season," commented team owner Dale Coyne. "We appreciate all of our friends at AMR and their support of our efforts in this exciting 2005 season."
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