Letarte’s rise with Gordon fuels Hendrick's NASCAR drive
Stevie Letarte, longtime Hendrick crew member, played a key role in Jeff Gordon’s success with 77 career wins, highlighting his start as a parts runner and his ascent to car chief. Hendrick praises Letarte's influence and the team’s momentum as Gordon seeks another Victory Lane appearance at races like Talladega and Richmond.
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Top 10 NASCAR Talladega Rankings From ThatsRacin
Jeff Gordon leads the list with no help at Talladega and a win under the rules. Jimmie Johnson and Matt Kenseth follow as contenders with near misses and steady finishes. The ranking notes ongoing plate-race results and hints at Charlotte and Richmond prospects with hints to check ThatsRacin online for the full top 40.
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The Jim Stewart 400 at Richmond International Raceway
Richmond International Raceway hosts the Jim Stewart 400 with TV coverage on Channel 8 for the Nextel Cup race. Stewart will wave the check and trophy in Victory Lane as part of the Your Name Here 400 promotion. Coon Rian plans a 2008 spring repeat event at Richmond.
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Poll position this week race fan verdict on Gordon
Jeff Gordon has surpassed the late Dale Earnhardt in career victories. But is he a better driver than Earnhardt was Cast your vote at www thatsracin com Last week’s question Se ee uate Savestudicats eeeuee Number of votes 4 376
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STOP 'N' GO WHO'S HOT
NASCAR chatter recalls 1998 season vibes as Labonte Gordon and Harvick highlight a busy leader board. Earnhardt Jr climbs from 40th to 13th in eight races while Mears nears dropping from the top 35. Jarrett faces Richmond speed test and Stewart seeks controversy free weekend. Utter reports.
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