Speed Freaks NASCAR Talk Sparks Friendly Banter
A conversation features Kyle Petty and Danica Patrick with Kyle criticized by some and defended by others. Jimmie Johnson’s restart rule remains a puzzle as nerves rise in the booth. The panel agrees honesty spices ratings and drama in racing coverage.
NASCAR Week Inquiry Contacts
Online extras invite readers to submit questions or comments about NASCAR This Week. Contact Godwin Kelly and Ken Willis at their News-Journal emails for input.
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Sprint Cup Coke Zero 400 at Daytona Preview
Day three schedule for the Coke Zero 400 powered by Coca Cola at Daytona International Speedway outlines practice sessions at 4 and 6:35 p.m., Friday qualifying at 4:10 p.m., and Saturday’s race with TNT coverage starting 7:30 p.m. and green flag at 7:49 p.m. The 2.5 mile tri oval race runs 160 laps totaling 400 miles.
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Anatomy of a Wreck at Kentucky Speedway
Kurt Busch attempted a knife move on the apron at Kentucky on Lap 49 but smashed into Brad Keselowski, triggering a seven car crash while Busch finished sixth. The race featured postrace media notes from Jamie McMurray and Clint Bowyer and a playful exchange about late blocking. The piece recalls ABC announcer Chris Schenkel and Denny Hamlin's tire toss in Turn 4.
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Daytona picks and top five for Coke Zero 400
Godwin Kelly, Daytona Beach News Journal motorsports editor with 30 years in NASCAR, selects Jamie McMurray as winner. He lists Dale Earnhardt Jr, Kasey Kahne, Clint Bowyer, Carl Edwards in best five, with David Ragan as dark horse and Joe Nemechek first out. Matt Kenseth disappoints. McMurray seen as NASCAR’s most underrated plate racer.
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Questions and Attitude Compelling Questions in Print
A survey of Questions and Attitude pieces highlights sharp inquiry and candid answers. Public debate tone, with columnist voice pushing readers toward reflection and stance on social topics.
NASCAR PR Week Shows Danica and Gordon in the Spotlight
NASCAR marketers faced a mixed week as Danica Patrick drew Forbes attention at No. 91 on the celebrity list while Jeff Gordon enjoyed rare anonymity in Manhattan. Kyle Petty offered blunt commentary on Sundays for social buzz and ongoing debates over marketability. Ken Willis reports from Daytona Beach.
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Feud of the Week Keselowski Busch NASCAR clash
Kurt Busch collided with Brad Keselowski after an apron move and sparked a crash appraising Busch as "like an animal." Godwin Kelly weighs in on Busch taking out the "Blue Deuce" his former Penske ride and raises the Daytona No. 2 rule question.
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