Cristiano da Matta
Newman/Haas Racing

Born: September 19, 1973
Birthplace: Belo Horizonte, Brazil
Residence: Miami, FL
Rookie season: 1999
Poles prior to 2002: 0
Wins prior to 2002: 4
Championship position in 2002: 5th
Indy Lights Champion in 1998

CART FedEx Champion 2002

Car 6
Renumbered Car 1 after clinching championship at Miami

Chassis: Lola B2/00
Engine: Toyota RV8F
Sponsor: Havoline