Indy 500 twists spark weekend doubleheader talk
In a lively debate the 100th Indy 500 is called uneven while Charlotte's race is labeled a one man show. Truex's lack of a breakout win is noted as a recurring theme. Hall of Fame chances for Smokey Yunick and Robert Yates surface amid veteran nominations.
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Truex Breaks Records in Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte
Martin Truex Jr. led 392 of 400 laps at Charlotte Motor Speedway, dominating the Coca Cola 600 to set track and NASCAR records for laps led and total miles at 588. Four drivers led and nine lead changes occurred in the race.
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Toyota Dominates 2016 Cup Season So Far
Toyota stands out with five drivers winning races in 2016, capturing eight of thirteen races and seven of the last eight Cup races. The season includes Daytona 500 and Coke 600 victories among its crown jewels.
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Harvick Quips About Truex After Narrow Run
Kevin Harvick offered a wry line about losing sight of Martin Truex Jr during the race. He said, I saw Truex for about 50 miles or 75 miles, then I never saw him, I was back there swatting flies in the middle of the pack.
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Kenseth to run new look as Dollar General exits 2017
Dollar General pulls funding from Joe Gibbs Racing after a 30 race relationship since 2012. Kenseth will wear different colors in 2017 as Dollar General shifts marketing to other areas. Pocono Raceway’s three turn layout prompts drivers to adjust speeds during the race. Stewart trails in points after a rough Coke 600 showing and injury absence.
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Godwin’s picks for Axalta 400 winner revealed
Daytona Beach News Journal motorsports editor Godwin Kelly projects Dale Earnhardt Jr as the likely winner of the Axalta 400 at Pocono. He lists Carl Edwards Kurt Busch Jimmie Johnson and Joey Logano as top five. He notes Junior could win on a fuel mileage strategy.
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QUESTIONS AND ATTITUDE ON HALL OF FAME VOTES
The column notes last weeks Hall of Fame results with Robert Yates still waiting and suggests Mark Martin deserved earlier induction. It predicts Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart will join in upcoming classes, signaling anticipation for future selections.
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Indy 500 fuel mileage and Rossi notes linger
Indy 500 discourse questions Alexander Rossi's future as five straight races without a top ten hints at team struggles. Ken Willis, longtime Daytona Beach News-Journal NASCAR writer, weighs in on potential shake ups and shared crews with Kasey Kahne.
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Feud of the Week: Harvick vs Truex at Coca-Cola 600
Kevin Harvick dislikes finishing second while Martin Truex Jr. dominated the Coca-Cola 600. Godwin Kelly notes Truex’s momentum from Charlotte could threaten Harvick and other top drivers.
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Axalta 400 at Pocono Kicks Off NASCAR Weekend Schedule
The Axalta 400 at Pocono Raceway on the 2.5 mile triangle track features Fox Sports 1 coverage. Practice and qualifying events are listed for Friday and Saturday with the race on Sunday starting at 1 p.m. ET. An Xfinity Pocono Green 250 event is also scheduled with practice and race times and Fox Sports 1 airings.
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2016 Sprint Cup Schedule and Results Summary
Sprint Cup schedule lists races and winners from February through November 2016. Notable names include Denny Hamlin, Brad Keselowski, Kyle Busch, Carl Edwards, Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano, and Kevin Harvick across venues like Daytona, Charlotte, Kansas, and Talladega. The list covers race dates, venues, and start times across NBC, NBCSN, and FS1 broadcasts.
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Jamie McMurray Turns 40 On June 3 Birthday
Jamie McMurray born June 3, 1976 in Joplin Missouri celebrates turning 40. He burst onto the NASCAR scene in 2002 filling in for injured Sterling Marlin and won in his second start.
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