NASCAR race weekend notes and driver updates
The Napa Auto Parts 200 and VFW 200 spark weekend action as Marcos Ambrose shines with a dramatic final lap at Watkins Glen. Brad Keselowski loses two duels to Carl Edwards and Ambrose while AJ Allmendinger cites Adderall confusion amid a NASCAR recovery path and potential ride concerns. Dale Earnhardt Jr. struggles to back-to-back solid finishes.
Brea seizes COO role at Powerhouse Gym on road five
The Powerhouse Gym appoints a new chief operating officer to lead operations on road five in Brea. Executives emphasize streamlined services, expanded classes, and enhanced member experience as part of the leadership change.
Pure Michigan 400 Sprint Cup Race Preview
The Pure Michigan 400 at Michigan International Speedway covers 200 laps on a 2.0 mile track. Last year Kyle Busch led Toyota with a high speed 203.241 mph. race records date to Dale Jarrett’s 173.997 mph in 1999. Ambrose won the Glen in Richard Petty Motorsports No. 9 Ford for the second straight year.
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Ambrose's NAPA 200 Montreal Race Record Highlighted
Carl Edwards wins at Watkins Glen, his 38th Nationwide victory, surpassing Kevin Harvick for third all time. Marcos Ambrose set last year's Montreal win and race record details as reference.
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Harvick Leads Chevy Lean In VFW 200 Camping World Truck Race
Joey Coulter claimed his first series win as the Trucks race at Brooklyn's VFW 200 on the 2.0 mile track over James Buescher and Nelson Piquet Jr. Top autos were Chevrolets with Matt Crafton and Denny Hamlin also in the mix.
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Ambrose wins at Watkins Glen after oil slick final lap
Marcos Ambrose wins his second straight Watkins Glen race as Keselowski nudges Busch for the lead on an oily track. Ambrose credits bold racing with fellow title contenders and sets sights on Michigan with a pole record and Chase hopes.
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Busch Keselowski clash at Watkins Glen sparks debate
Keselowski says he did not wreck Kyle Busch on the final lap at Watkins Glen International. Marcos Ambrose surged to victory as Ambrose edged ahead. Crew chief Dave Rogers gave a terse reaction while Monte Dutton notes the high stakes and the oily, dramatic finish.
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NASCAR This Week letters on race starts and restarts debate
Readers question differences between the Brickyard race start and later restarts. The View notes the start is defined by the green flag, while restarts are at the leader’s discretion, with Elliott Sadler cited as pressed by a trailing car during a contentious call.
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Chase Contenders Live at House of Blues Chicago
On September 12 fans can meet the 12 Chase contenders at the House of Blues Chicago at 1 30 p m NASCAR Contenders Live sponsored by Toyota and Sprint marks the start of the Chase for the NASCAR Sprint Cup season the contenders discuss strategies for the championship and fans can enter the Contenders Live Sweepstakes at NASCAR com ContendersLive through August 30.
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Earnhardt seeks first slump break as Truex defends stance
Dale Earnhardt Jr. vows a fresh mindset to end a season skid after two Michigan wins and a weekend race. Martin Truex Jr. downplays headlines, says he races to perform for his team. Notes on Watkins Glen color of success and Carl Edwards exploring more Nationwide appearances. Hendrick teams all eye Chase and data sharing remains constant.
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