Kenseth slump ends with Dover win and Larson back in form
The exchange discusses Matt Kenseth snapping his slump with a fourth at Kansas and winning at Dover. It questions Kyle Larson's return to 2014 form, notes late pileups affecting results, and ponders All-Star tweaks with talk of old versus new tires and odd race formats.
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Nascar Daytona Facebook Questions Contact Editors
Social media inquiry page lists Godwin Kelly and Ken Willis as contacts for NASCAR Daytona coverage requests and newsroom questions at News Journal and affiliated sites.
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Pinkie complaint sidelines Aric Almirola after late race melee
Aric Almirola, part of a late race 18 car melee, left the care center with a broken pinky finger. He quipped that the injury seemed unmanly, a remark contrasting with the era's drivers such as Petty and Earnhardt.
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Kenseth Ends Slump With Dover Victory Inspires Truex
Matt Kenseth snapped a streak of bad luck by winning at Dover. Martin Truex Jr., a contender yet involved in a major crash, finished ninth and shrugged off the misfortune saying it was just one of those deals.
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Kenseth Wins After Dogs Chase By Young Kenseth
Kyle Larson age 23 and Chase Elliott age 20 pressured Matt Kenseth for 46 laps before Kenseth won the race. Kenseth, at 44, is older than the combined ages of the two drivers.
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All Star Race at Charlotte Feature No. 75 Toyota
Kyle Busch will not drive the No 18 in the All Star Race at Charlotte using No 75 in honoring M M 75th anniversary. The race offers 1 million to the winner while testing setups for Coca Cola 600. Dover adds SAFER barrier after a crash, crews rush improvements across tracks.
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Godwin's Sprint All-Star Race picks preview
Daytona Beach News Journal editor Godwin Kelly predicts Chase Elliott to win the sprint All-Star Race with Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano, Kyle Larson and Martin Truex Jr. among top five. Kurt Busch out early. Tony Stewart a dark horse. Elliott could claim the $1 million prize.
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Questions and Attitude Car Draws All Star Race Attention
AP reports a distinctive car named Questions & Attitude is being highlighted as a potential contender for an upcoming All-Star race, drawing attention from fans and organizers. The vehicle stands out for its design and sponsorship, signaling strong race day interest and media buzz.
All-Star Race Ideas Spark Debate and Nostalgia
Ken Willis discusses two visions for an All-Star Race from restored IROC style main event to an all-out, no-holds-barred, made-for-TV spectacle. He notes insurance, sponsor contracts, and the temptation of huge prizes while reflecting on recent NASCAR struggles and a quote from a frustrated driver after a late wreck.
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Feud Erupts Between Edwards and Larson at Charlotte Race
The NASCAR feud centers on a late restart collision between Carl Edwards and Kyle Larson at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Edwards deflects with diplomacy while Missouri drivers recall past incidents. Sprint Cup Showdown and All-Star events air on Fox Sports 1 with times for Friday and Saturday sessions. Camping World Trucks also schedule qualifying and race coverage at 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. respectively.
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2016 Sprint Cup Schedule And Tony Stewart Birthday Note
The schedule lists Sprint Cup races from February to November with winners or notable drivers such as Denny Hamlin Brad Keselowski Kyle Busch Carl Edwards and Kevin Harvick. A separate line notes Anthony Wayne Stewart born May 20 1971 in Columbus Indiana and that he turns 45 on Friday with Greg Biffle aged 47 as the oldest Cup regulars.
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