Mi-Jack Productions, organizer of the former Houston Grand Prix Champ Car race, doesn't expect its race to be back on the calendar next year, but remains confident of returning in 2012.
“Mi-Jack Promotions remains committed to returning the Grand Prix to Reliant Park, and we are optimistic that we can secure a spot on the 2012 IZOD IndyCar Series schedule,” said Chuck Kosich, general manager of Mi-Jack Promotions, told the Houston Chronicle. “However, it is a very competitive environment for race dates so we will have to demonstrate that we not only have all the necessary elements in place for a successful event, but also strong community and corporate support.”
The Chronicle reports that Mi-Jack's self-imposed deadline of the end of June for procuring a title-presenting sponsor came and went without securing the necessary backing for a 2011 race.