Winston Cup and Busch Series Driver Standings Snapshot
Top Winston Cup driver Jeff Gordon leads with 3,262 points followed by Mark Martin 3,165 and Dale Jarrett 3,029. Busch Series leaders include Earhardt 3,454 and Kenseth 3,113, with Matt Kenseth in second and M McLaughlin third. Truck series shows Ron Hornaday atop 2,617 and Jack Sprague 2,547.
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Gordon extends Winston Cup win streak to four at Pepsi 400
Jeff Gordon won the Pepsi 400 to extend his Winston Cup streak to four and tie the series record. Ward Burton blew an engine late, Gordon pitted for two tires and a rubber spring, then charged to pass Mark Martin who faded to fourth. Bobby Labonte took second and Dale Jarrett third.
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Weekly NASCAR rankings from NASCAR This Week writer Kevin Ellis
Le RR RR EPR compiles top ten list with last week’s positions in parentheses. Jeff Gordon leads followed by Martin Jarrett Labonte Wallace Earnhardt Burton Andretti Mayfield and Skinner highlighting form and momentum on varied tracks.
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Jeff Gordon Dominates NASCAR With Four Straight Wins
NASCAR This Week weighs whether one driver’s surge helps the sport. Jeff Gordon has four consecutive victories, top six in 13 straight races, and eight straight top threes. The piece notes hero appeal, cites Petty Waltrip Earnhardt eras, and observes four-win runs haven’t guaranteed the points title.
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Bristol Goody's 500 Preview From Winston Cup Circuit
The Bristol Goody's 500 in Bristol Tennessee headlines the Winston Cup Series. Defending champion Dale Jarrett leads a strong field with Mark Martin’s qualifying lap pace at 125.093 mph on August 25, 1995. Notable past winners include Darrell Waltrip, Dale Yarborough, and Dale Earnhardt, with active drivers Terry Labonte and Rusty Wallace among contenders.
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Simply Delicious on Volunteer Parkway Offers Cajun Roast Beef
An optimistic note on Stop by Simply Delicious near the track highlights homemade bread sandwiches with house specialties like Cajun roast beef. Notable racing history features Junior Johnson’s Bristol wins, Darrell Waltrip’s seven straight wins, and Jeff Gordon’s Bristol spring streak, plus upcoming Food City 250 at Speedway and Craftsman Truck Series events at Heartland Park with defending champions and record speeds.
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Irwin Drives No. 28 Toward Rookie Honor in NASCAR
Kenny Irwin, new in the Winston Cup No. 28 Texaco Havoline Ford, has emerged as a leading rookie of the year contender. The Indianapolis native grew up racing, debuted in Winston Cup last September at Richmond, and credits open-wheel car control for his Cup performance while acknowledging the pressure of driving for Robert Yates.
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Jeff Gordon Extends Win Streak With Fourth Straight Victory
Jeff Gordon boosts season dominance by clinching his fourth consecutive win as Terry Labonte struggles, finishing outside the top 30 in three of his last four starts, highlighting a stark contrast in current form between the two competitors.
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Seniors circuit proposal sparks NASCAR discussion
Readers suggest a senior circuit to boost turnout and track usage, claim it could retire- bring back drivers and raise revenue. Jeff Gordon tops Sears Point pole tally for the season, while questions note Bobby Isaac’s 20 poles in 1969 and Cale Yarborough’s 14 in 1980. A fan from Ardmore credits Gordon for sparking his interest.
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NASCAR This Week Your Turn to Gaston Gazette
Readers may submit questions or comments to NASCAR This Week at The Gaston Gazette in Gastonia North Carolina with the supplied mailing address for publication consideration.
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RainboW Warriors Shine With Strong Crew Chiefs Impact
The Ray Evernham led Rainbow Warriors, backing Jeff Gordon to four straight wins, emphasize how a solid crew and crew chief drive racing success week after week.
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Dale Earnhardt Promotes Performance Plus Nutritionals
Dale Earnhardt unveils the Performance Plus Nutritional line featuring an energy drink, weight loss drink, energy bars, adult multivitamins, and children’s chewables shaped like race cars. The range targets fans seeking fitness products backed by a prominent race figure.
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