Chase nears as drivers fight for final Chase spots
At Pocono and through Richmond, a six race push drives pressure on the 12 drivers on the bubble led by Kurt Busch who dropped six places after a 100 point Dover penalty. Truex Jr Earnhardt Jr Bowyer race to secure in and avoid needing help.
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Pennsylvania 500 Chase Drama Rises at Pocono
At Pocono Raceway Dale Earnhardt Jr won the pole as NASCAR tightens Chase standings with a crowded battle for 12 spots. Busch Newman Johnson Truex and others ride strong runs and a 12 driver field shift. Earnhardt confident team aims to secure a Chase berth despite pressure.
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Johnson’s Drive Slips as Cup Season Stumbles
Johnson, once a hot title favorite, has failed to win since May 5 and dropped from second to ninth in the standings. A string of misfortunes including flat tires, gas shortage, and wrecks at Chicagoland and Indianapolis has him worrying about the Chase playoffs as six regular-season races remain.
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