Martin Seeks Rally At Talladega To Trim Johnson Lead
Mark Martin, long wary of Talladega racing, hopes for an optimistic run at the 2.66 mile track to narrow Jimmie Johnsons 118 point Chase lead. He vows to race aggressively while acknowledging past wrecks and the sport's unpredictable law of averages. If Johnson falters, Martins Talladega showing could reshape the final Sprint Cup standings.
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Martinsville NASCAR Chase Round: Top Five Results
The article reports how the five leaders in the NASCAR Chase for the Sprint Cup finished after Sundays race at Martinsville Speedway in Virginia. It notes their positions, points implications, and standings impact as the title battle tightens.
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Chase for the Cup tightens after Talladega race
Jimmie Johnson 28 points ahead of Martin in the standings with Talladega wildcard looming. Mark Martin gambled on late tires ending eighth after three late cautions. Jeff Gordon stayed fast but fell short due to late cautions. Tony Stewart tried a late four-tire stop like Martin. Juan Pablo Montoya led 37 laps and finished strong as he learns the Chase dynamics.
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This Week's Race at Talladega Superspeedway
Talladega hosts a 2.66 mile tri oval race this Sunday at 1 p.m. Qualifying starts 12:15 p.m. on Saturday. Tony Stewart was last year's winner. After the Trucks race, Hallow-Dega hosts a free concert lineup with Houston County Blackberry Smoke LoCash Cowboys Colt Ford AMP Energy Dale Earnhardt Jr. Zac Brown Band opens to all race tickets holders.
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Sadler Eyes Ford Start At Talladega For 2010 Pace
Elliott Sadler looks to drive a Ford at Talladega this weekend as a jumpstart on the 2010 season. He notes the pending Racing Selectic merger rumors while criticizing NASCAR for end-of-race cautions at Martinsville and praising Dale Earnhardt Jr. for staying in contention despite early trouble.
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