Mayer takes over as Grand Prix of Baltimore general manager

Hot on the heels of Andretti Autosport taking over the GP of Baltimore comes word they have named Tim Mayer, whose father, Teddy, was co-founder of McLaren Racing, as general manager of the Grand Prix of Baltimore.

Mayer's appointment coincides with the launch of ticket sales for the Aug. 31-Sept. 2 event on the streets of downtown Baltimore that features IZOD IndyCar Series and Firestone Indy Lights races. Get tickets and event details at http://www.RaceOnBaltimore.com and all Ticketmaster outlets.