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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 2008
Page
15
Statistical pit stop by David Poole analyzes Chase performance, noting that past top 12 after 26 races averages 2081 points. To hit that pace after eight races, a team would need about 948 points, while the highest eight race pace for 12th in prior four years was 972 points. The piece asks which teams measure up this year.
A look at the top 15 in current standings shows their average starting and finishing positions, midfield running position in the first eight races, percentage of laps in the top 15, driver rating, and points. The NASCAR devised formula yields a perfect driver rating of 150.0.
Jeff Burton’s Bristol victory at age 40 years 8 months 17 days made him the oldest winner since Mark Martin in 2005, in a span of 82 races. In the last 100 races, 33 winners were under 30, and 23.7 percent overall fell to drivers younger than 30.
Chevrolet dominated the 2007 season and remains lead in the manufacturers points standings as of this year, with the brand ahead in every category except wins, reflecting a still strong overall performance across the board.
Roush Fenway Racing, Joe Gibbs Racing, Hendrick Motorsports, and Richard Childress Racing have combined for 35 of 40 top five finishes, seven of eight wins, and 60 of 80 top tens in the first eight races. They have collectively led 3041.7 miles, while all other teams total 212.6.
TOP PICKS LIST for Phoenix and Talladega with drivers Carl Edwards Jeff Burton Kyle Busch Denny Hamlin Dale Earnhardt Jr Tony Stewart Jimmie Johnson Clint Bowyer Greg Biffle Kevin Harvick. Notes include race results, potential streaks, and where teams must improve ahead of upcoming events.
Last week’s question asks readers to rate the Cup Series now that NASCAR’s new car is in full-time use. Fans weigh performance, competition level, and consistency as teams adapt to the updated rules and chassis.
Stop N Go Jimmie Johnson and Dale Earnhardt Jr. are highlighted as confidence rises for wins and a winless streak nears its end. Kyle Busch can win in any series while Mark Martin returns to chase race wins. Aaron Fike faces scrutiny over his drug admission before racing, and Phoenix shows ongoing Dodge issues. West Coast night races spark debate over the perceived value of the idea.
NASCAR will allow Sprint Cup teams to test May 5 and 6 at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina, on the new intermediate-track car. Robin Pemberton says input from Phoenix teams supported the test to help teams learn set-ups and adjustments for upcoming races. The sessions run 9 a.m. to noon, 1–5 p.m., and 6–9 p.m. Monday and 9 a.m. to noon and 1–5 p.m. Tuesday ET, with up to four sessions per team.
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