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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 2005
Page
16
The weekly standings recap highlights the top 10 teams, detailing shifts in rank and notable movements. Key performances by leading franchises and emerging contenders shape the current order as analysts assess early-season momentum and remaining schedule impact.
NASCAR standings show Jimmie Johnson at 680 points with a top-five finish in the Golden Corral 500 at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Carl Edwards makes history as the 11th driver to win in all three national touring series, aided by Kurt Busch’s Atlanta victory.
Greg Biffle jumps eight spots into the top 10 after finishing sixth in the Aaron's 312. Carl Edwards remains first with 795 points, followed by Kevin Harvick and Clint Bowyer as Reed Sorenson and Martin Truex Jr. move within range. Ashton Lewis and David Stremme hold positions, while Denny Hamlin and Kenny Wallace hover in the top 10 mix.
The World Financial Group 200 finalizes standings led by Bobby Hamilton in top position with 525 points. Ted Musgrave sits second at 460, followed by Ricky Craven 439, Jimmy Spencer 438, Ron Hornaday 422, Dennis Setzer 414, Matt Crafton 401, Johnny Benson 401, David Starr 389, and Robert Huffman 378, with recent position moves noted.
The Food City 500 at Bristol Motor Speedway runs 266.5 miles over 500 laps starting at 1:15 p.m. on April 3. Defending champion Kurt Busch returns to defend his title as track SAFER barriers from Steel and Foam Energy Reduction are in place. Junior Johnson holds the most Bristol car owner wins with 20.
Michael Waltrip surged to victory in last year’s Pepsi 300 at Nashville Superspeedway after a crash eliminated the top four late, as Martin Truex Jr. earned the pole for 2004. The race marks Mark Martin’s tenth season with at least two Busch Series wins, extending his all time lead with 47.
Rick Crawford won last year's Kroger 250 at Martinsville after holding off Dennis Setzer. The caution-filled race averaged 61.490 mph over 83 laps, tying the series’ yellow flag record. Martinsville, a charter member, has hosted events in all 10 seasons.
Georgia teenager Reed Sorenson, signed with Chip Ganassi Racing, sits fourth in Busch Series standings after four races. He has a top-five and three top-10 finishes, facing Nextel Cup veterans while avoiding rookie mistakes and earning praise from mentor and spotter Lorin Ranier.
Former Formula One and Indy 500 winner Mario Andretti and family watched 18 year old Marco Andretti make his Pro Series debut at Indy alongside Al Unser Jr.'s son Al. Gregg said the on track clash with racing legends was exciting but he aimed to focus on beating them. Blair Perschbacher noted Gregg’s 52 lap improvement and praised his adaptability and eagerness to adjust the car.
Contessa and owners push Mayan King for a top finish in the Lane's End Stakes at Turfway Park to earn Derby eligibility. Spanish Chestnut leads as 5-2 favorite with Magna Graduate 3-1. Battaglia notes the race could propel a few horses into serious Derby contention. Contessa also pledged a $10,000 donation to the Children’s Home of Northern Kentucky if Mayan King places.
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