Earnhardt stumbles after late Richmond showdown
In a dramatic finish at Richmond International Raceway Dale Earnhardt Jr. failed to end a 71-race win drought, colliding with Kyle Busch in the final laps. Clint Bowyer captured his first win of the season as Hamlin led most laps before a tire issue.
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Denny Hamlin
Hamlin
Jeff Burton
Avene
Carl Edwards
Ryan Newman
Kasey Kahneee
Force nets 1000th NHRA round win at Midwest Nationals
John Force became the first NHRA Funny Car driver to reach 1000 round wins with a first round victory over Ron Capps at the O Reilly Midwest Nationals in Madison Illinois. He later lost to teammate Robert Hight ending a birthday run that included 125 career titles. Tim Wilkerson stopped Mike Neff for his first win of the season on the hometown track, as Wilkerson solidified his points lead heading into Bristol.
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Rookies begin testing for Indianapolis 500
Indianapolis rookies led by Will Power Oriol Servia and Justin Wilson complete most of the four phase rookie test Power tops a lap at 220.604 mph with Viso at 220.445 and Servia at 220.102. Max Papis runs refresher as Power predicts strong rookie class May 25.
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Enrique Bernoldi
Mario Moraes
Tragedy Overshadows Big Brown's Derby Victory
In Louisville Eight Belles collapse after the Kentucky Derby casts a shadow over Big Brown’s win. The filly's death renews debate over track safety breeding practices and whether horses should race against colts. Industry figures and animal rights groups weigh the implications as plans for safer surfaces and injury reporting proceed amid historic hopes.
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