It's been quite a year for Helio Castroneves - being acquitted of federal tax evasion charges, winning his third Indianapolis 500 and on Dec. 28 welcoming his first child into the world.
Castroneves' girlfriend, Adriana Henao, gave birth to Mikaella in Atlanta. The vitals: 7 pounds, 3 ounces and 19 inches long. Mom and child are doing well; Dad was last seen lighting up the sky with his smile.
"We are so happy that Mikaella is finally here,"Â Castroneves relayed. "She is absolutely beautiful and she already has dad running around like crazy. Adriana and the baby are both doing great and we want to thank everyone for their good wishes. This is one holiday season we will never forget."