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Newspaper
The Chronicle Telegram
Location
Elyria, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 31, 2002
Page
9
The piece surveys a new generation of drivers led by 26 year old Jim Johnson and peers like Ryan Newman and Kurt Busch, detailing rookie wins, rising stars, and veterans noting the changing dynamics, technology and team support shaping modern Winston Cup competition.
El Goce Cola and Mark Martin headline a season of wins with Johnson and Busch sharing feelings of goose bumps on the final lap. Busch notes the milestone of winning at multiple levels toward Winston Cup, while fans emphasize support and ongoing success across ages.
Mark Martin dominates late, edges Jimmie Johnson after cautions. He wins the Coca Cola 600 for first 600 victory, earning a $1 million No Bull 5 bonus and sharing crew praise with Ben Leslie. Kenseth closes in but aero push from Martin seals the win.
Dover International Speedway hosts NASCAR Grand National and Truck events. Jeff Gordon is last year's winner and Tony Stewart has two Dover victories with six top tens in six starts. Mike Bliss leads the Truck points. MBNA America 200 airs at 3:30 p.m. on ESPN with Fox TV and WKNR radio coverage.
Ricky Rudd earned the new ironman tag after a fourth place at Charlotte, lifting him to ninth in standings. He is among four drivers Sterling Marlin Matt Kenseth and Mark Martin with eight top ten finishes in 12 starts, keeping veterans in strong position for a first Winston win.
Which age group will produce the 2002 Winston Cup points champion. 8 Young Kenseth Johnson Busch and Middle Gordon Stewart Earnhardt Jr . Older Marlin Martin Rudd Wallace Cast your vote at www thatsracin com. LAST WEEK S QUESTION Ricky Rudd streak of 655 straight starts 656 Sunday impressive 4000 votes
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