Comments on: Helio finishes second in Detroit

By: Dani

Dani — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 03:22:06 +0000

Oi Helinho,
I haven’t seeing you since we graduated in 93, but I always get updates on your life through both Brazilian and US news. I am sad and very, very sorry about everything you have been going through, specially the way you were treated. Your situation is very unfortunate.
I am very proud of you and I wish you all the best.
Deus te ajude.

Beijos,

Dani

By: CorredorX

CorredorX — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 01:32:17 +0000

Força Helio! Sabemos que você vai ganhar mais essa corrida e tudo vai acabar bem nesse problema da receita federal americana.

By: Barb from Indianapolis

Barb from Indianapolis — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 21:13:54 +0000

Helio, I know it must have been difficult for you coming in 2nd under the circumstances in Detroit, but I remember reading how wonderful the win was for car owner, Paul Newman that day. I just read today that Paul Newman passed away on Sept. 26th. Maybe that was the reason why you had to come in 2nd that day. Paul was an amazing person, and a wonderfully charitable and humble man. God just needed you to make room that day for one of Paul’s last memorable events on this earth. God Bless You, and stay safe in Austrailia.

By: Adão

Adão — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 11:25:10 +0000

Hélio,
vc precisou ser muito macho para aguentar o final da corrida. Foi uma cena emocionante e vc está de parabéns. Um grande abraço.

By: Danielle Marie

Danielle Marie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:32:28 +0000

Helio… you crack me up! I get a grin on my face and a tickle in my core every time I think about how you ran and won the race yesterday! Could you possibly have made it more nerve wracking? You were an absolute joy to watch… yes the finish was perfect, and I enjoyed you zipping around Danica and Weldon, but you really made Dixon work for that championship. 28th to 1st… Well done Helio!! Thanks for a great ride!

By: cac

cac — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 20:03:10 +0000

Hola Helio, I am so proud and happy today you could be my own son. It took me a whole day to gather my thoughts. A year ago I did not know your name, but fell in love on DWTS. I came to Indy 500 but couldn’t get your autograph because you were surrounded. I got some really good pics though and really enjoyed the whole racing atmosphere. I will come to the race in Texas next season because it is closer to me but will get back to Indy the next year. See I have my next couple of years all mapped out because it is worth seeing you race. Chicago is a memory I will always have because you demonstrated true excellence. Your determination and drive are a model for all athletes everywhere, especially in this Olympic year, where, if there was a motorsports division you would definitely get the gold medal. Hope to see you around the TV this off season and will wait for the new racing season to open. Love and best wishes always.

By: Brenda D

Brenda D — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:49:17 +0000

Way to go!! What a joy to watch Helio’s reaction when he was told he won the race. I am sure those at home watching already predicted he was the winner, I know I was fairly certain. I never doubted you would not be in the lead by the end of the race. I love to watch you race and when doing interviews because you seem to genuinely love what you do. Keep up the great job.

By: J.N.

J.N. — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 16:15:06 +0000

Helio! Fantastic win, fantastic season! You deserved the Chicagoland win, last to first was beyond amazing. What excitement you and your team, Tim, Ryan, Roger and all the Black Knights, provided us. If that was the plan, to show you are the greatest driver, it worked. You are! Outstanding performances all year long (including DWTS where, for me, it all started) Cant wait for the next season and will be sure to see a race in person. You are 2nd in the championship but 1st in our hearts!!! Love you and thanks for so many great memories!!!

By: Sinéas S.

Sinéas S. — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 04:15:23 +0000

Sabemos muito bem que o vencedor foi Hélio Castro Neves. Não entendo por que esses nababos da Indy alimentam essa fantasia do segundo lugar. A imagem no vídeo foi clara. E eu vi muito bem aqui no Brasil pela Band.
Hélio. Você se superou e mostrou o que é ser um piloto de verdade. Parabéns! Você merece.

By: Gabriella M. Messina

Gabriella M. Messina — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 03:13:28 +0000

WOW!!! I actually had butterflies there at the end… What a way to end the series! Congratulations, Helio… The look on your face when you found out you really did win, that was worth more than a million. Enjoy well deserved rest and relaxation with your friends and family and Tuggi.

By: Tony Massey

Tony Massey — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:46:48 +0000

Great drive today Helio! A drive after my own heart! You did everything you had to do, and you should be proud! Thanks so much for the performance this year, and all the past feats! Your drives are inspiring, dude! Godspeed!

By: Diego Caparroz de Abreu

Diego Caparroz de Abreu — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:09:59 +0000

Parabens, HELINHO, aqui no Brasil costuma-se dizer que o vice não é nada. Mas pra quem acompanha o seu desempenho, a sua luta, a sua garra, sabemos que o seu segundo lugar para nós é uma vitoria de lavada, voce é um verdadeiro vencedor!! OBRIGADO E PARABENS.
Scot Dixon may be a great pilot, but for me you are the best. Brazilian soccer team you know just
disapoint us, but you make the difference, we watch guys like you, that really make us proud to be brazilians. Hope you are very happy abbaout the RACE, it was greatest I’ve ever seen, last final-photo
I’ve notice was a “CORRIDA MALUCA” (Wacky Races)with Dick Vigarista in the photo rs.
Really, again, thank you for the RACE and CONGRATULATIONS once again!

By: Erin

Erin — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:54:44 +0000

You raced the wheels off your car today. It was awesome to watch! Coming form last to first and leading the most laps–amazing! I have been a fan since the days at Bettenhausen Racing and have watched the ups and downs of the racing seasons. The finish at chicago was the closest ever, and won by the right man. If only Dixon had finished a few places back! Can’t wait to cheer for you to take the Indy 500 and the Championship next year! See you at Long Beach. One of the things I enjoy most about cheering for you is your positive outlook and level of class even when the outcome is questionable!

By: Heather

Heather — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:22:44 +0000

Now THAT is how you prove a point!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I don’t have words to express how proud and happy I am. I was so angry yesterday, but qualifying didn’t mean a damn thing. I don’t even care that Dixon won the championship. You flat out, hands down, no doubt about it proved who the best driver is. LOVE IT!!!!!

By: Barb from Indianapolis

Barb from Indianapolis — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 01:17:35 +0000

Helio,

Awesome win today. Coming from last to 1st…WOW!!! You did absolutely everything you could have done, and we are all so proud of you. What an amazing race car driver you are! Sorry about the championship trophy (it is pretty) but you’ll get it next year! You gave us such an exciting finish to the regular season today. You are exactly what Indy Car needs to keep the fans coming back year after year. Your enthusiasm, good sportsmanship, awesome racing ability…and don’t forget those dimples!!!

Stay safe in the October race, and let us know what you’ll be doing in the off season. Your fans will follow you wherever you go next. We’ll all be watching you on the ALMA awards on Friday, Sept. 12th on ABC.

God Bless You, and I’m so glad you stayed safe today!
Barb