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Andretti retook the lead on lap 205 and extended his advantage as the race neared the conclusion. With less than 10 laps remaining, Tom Sneva slowly started to catch Andretti in what promised to be a thrilling finish. Several times, Sneva attempted to pass Andretti who took defensive lines.
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Andretti said, "We didn't come that close. I knew where he was and I didn't do anything to put him in jeopardy. I know I made my race car pretty wide by using up all the track. But I didn't do anything dangerous. Blocking is legal that close to the end. I did a few things to defend myself and I
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allegedly prevented Unser from driving Foyt's car. After Danny Ongais fell out of the race, he was asked to relieve Foyt. Seemingly ready for relief, Foyt got out of the car, and changed his mind, returning to the cockpit. Foyt fell out of the race with suspension problems after 206 laps.
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