Gordon seeks Martinsville magic to extend Cup streak
Four time champion Jeff Gordon previews the Advance Auto Parts 500 at Martinsville Speedway noting track position via qualifying and pit strategy. He mentions past success at Martinsville including five wins and 16 top tens, aiming to rebound after a Texas top ten.
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Gordon aims for Martinsville rebound in Chase race format
Jimmie Gordon hopes to rebound at Martinsville after moving from 12th to ninth in the standings as NASCAR tightens the Chase for the Championship. He credits consistency and top fives, noting the season remains long and momentum from Texas can fuel a strong run at Martinsville.
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Thats Racin Top Picks list NASCAR drivers
Elliott Sadler praises Kasey Kahne as the fastest to watch while Dale Earnhardt Jr. slips, and Matt Kenseth maintains lead with two wins. The panel ranks ten drivers including Kurt Busch, Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon, Elliott Sadler, Tony Stewart, Ryan Newman, and Kevin Harvick with notes on recent Texas results and Martinsville potential.
Close Texas finish ups the NASCAR caution debate
In a tight Samsung/Radio Shack 300 at Texas Motor Speedway, Elliott Sadler edged Kasey Kahne by 0.00025 seconds after a prolonged sequence of cautions. The result fed into NASCAR’s evolving yellow flag rules as Sadler celebrated a second Nextel Cup win while track officials touted large attendance.
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Busch Leads Nextel Cup Standings as Season Hits Midpoint
Fourth year driver Kurt Busch holds the lead in the Nextel Cup standings after six races. He notes plans to test during the off week to refine the new tire, warns Martinsville and Talladega could shake up the points, and expects a strong car in California. Busch calls leading the points a new aspect and aims to stay atop when it counts.
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Busch Leads Nextel Cup Standings With 1032 Points
Kurt Busch sits atop the Nextel Cup standings with 1,032 points, maintaining his lead in the season race.
Advance Auto Parts 500 at Martinsville Preview
Next race set for April 18 at Martinsville Virginia with the Advance Auto Parts 500. The event features stock car action with local teams and sponsors preparing for a high intensity short track showdown in the NASCAR circuit.
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