Harvick on new NASCAR format and stage strategy
Kevin Harvick, driver of the No. 4 Ford for Stewart-Haas Racing, discusses the season’s race format, stage points, and playoff implications in a pre season interview. He notes stages add urgency, but balance ongoing race goals with winning and total points. Daytona Beach News Journal editor Godwin Kelly provides context.
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Speed Freaks Preview Daytona 500 Pole Position
In a lively talk, veterans and young drivers mix as NASCAR eyes the 2017 Daytona 500. Suarez tops poles, while Waltrip notes four to five races to gauge new segment lengths and the season's generational shift. Kyle Larson and Chase Elliott emerge as bold picks amid fuel runs and on track strategy.
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Questions and Attitude Competing Questions and Answers
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Damaged Car Rule Sparks Mixed NASCAR Feelings
The new points system and safety justification stir debate as drivers push to retire damaged cars rather than risk further laps. The Drivers Council gains influence and voices concern over on track returns and sponsor visibility, dubbing the rule the Get Me to the Airport Ahead of the Crowd provision.
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Veteran drivers push into NASCAR season at Daytona
Morgan Shepherd, age 75, plans to attempt the Xfinity opener at Daytona on February 25 after a year of 23 starts. Derrike Cope, 58, indicates Cup races may return after a several year pause. Ken Willis covers NASCAR for The Daytona Beach News-Journal.
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2017 Cup Schedule Highlights for Nascar Season
The document lists the 2017 NASCAR Cup schedule with dates and venues from February to November. Key races include the Clash at Daytona, Daytona 500, races at Atlanta Las Vegas Phoenix Fontana Martinsville Texas Bristol Richmond Talladega Kansas Charlotte Dover Pocono Michigan Sonoma Daytona Kentucky Loudon Indianapolis Bristol Pocono Charlotte Talladega Kansas Martinsville Texas Phoenix Homestead.
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