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Published June 19, 2011, 08:51 AM

Franchitti has pole for Milwaukee Mile

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-- Dario Franchitti starts on the pole today at the Milwaukee Mile, averaging almost 171 miles per hour in yesterday's qualifying.

WEST ALLIS - Dario Franchitti starts on the pole today at the Milwaukee Mile, averaging almost 171 miles per hour in yesterday's qualifying.

Simona De Silverstro was taken to the hospital after slamming into a wall during her qualifying run. An Indy car spokesman said she was awake and alert after the accident.

Qualifying drivers said the wind was a factor in their runs, making the car hard to control in Turn 4.

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