Allan McNish and Dindo Capello had to settle for fifth in the latest round of the American Le Mans Series following a first-lap accident.

Allan McNish claimed a narrow, hard-fought victory in the Grand Prix of St Petersburg in Florida.

Reigning American Le Mans Series champion Allan McNish will start from second position on the grid for the opening race of the new season at Sebring.

Allan McNish has sealed the American Le Mans Series title in style with victory at Mosport in Canada.