Blaney Keeps Focus on Racing Over Blame
Veteran driver Dave Blaney, 39, pursues steady results with Jasper Engines Ford No. 77 in the Winston Cup. He arrives at Michigan International with the aim of cracking a top 5 and his first Cup victory, reflecting on his dirt-track roots and a bruised hand from Watkins Glen as proof of his commitment.
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THAT'S RACIN TOP PICKS FOR NASCAR STARS
The piece lists the top ten drivers in Winston Cup form with cars and current standings. Sterling Marlin tops the ranking with momentum, followed by Ryan Newman Bill Elliott Mark Martin Jimmie Johnson Tony Stewart Ricky Rudd Rusty Wallace Jeff Gordon and Kevin Harvick. It notes last week positions and hints at ongoing debates about the points race and team performance.
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This Week's Race at Michigan International Speedway
NASCARs Cup race at Michigan, a 2 mile oval in Brooklyn, Sunday at 2 p.m. ET with TNT TV and WKNR radio, purse 3.64 million dollars. Last year winner Sterling Martin. Also Grand National action Saturday. Greg Biffle leads Jason Keller by 82 points.
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Irony in Jeff Gordon season as winless skid deepens
The piece notes Jeff Gordon faces repeated questions about a winless streak stretching to 30 races. It argues fans and media expect success from his storied career and wonders whether a three-win season outside title contention would still provoke as much scrutiny, given current standings with 14 races left.
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Turbulent 2002 NASCAR season stirs driver changes and doubt
The 2002 Winston Cup season builds questions as Tony Stewart seeks life changes beyond racing. Sterling Marlin leads despite engine issues, rookie Jimmie Johnson gains ground, and teams like RCR, Evernham, and Petty Enterprises shuffle drivers amid a season of inconsistent results and looming 2003 moves.
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