Alonso revving up for another shot at history

Spaniard determined to land last piece of Triple Crown at Indy 500

His steering wheel has been secured and the car is the proper color, two signs Fernando Alonso has a far better shot this year at the Indianapolis 500.

The former Formula 1 champion failed to qualify for the race last year in a spectacularly woeful effort by McLaren. The Spaniard has returned to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for a third attempt at winning the final leg of motor sports' Triple Crown, this time with an experienced organization.

Alonso will drive in the Aug 23 race for Arrow McLaren SP, the Sam Schmidt-owned team that has been bolstered this year by a partnership with McLaren.