Sprint Cup and NASCAR Drought Relief Update
The article notes rain delayed two races and details Chase standings with Tony Stewart and Ryan Newman. It discusses a new competition director search to replace Bobby Hutchens and explains the wild card changes and emphasis on consistency over bonus points. It also mentions Clint Bowyer leaving Richard Childress Racing for Michael Waltrip Racing and Bowyer's possible move affecting Austin Dillon. Jimmie Johnson aims for a sixth straight title through consistent Chase performance.
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Tony Stewart
Ryan Newman
Stewart
Bobby Hutchens
Jimmie Johnson
Sylvania 300 at New Hampshire speeds toward Chase race
Tony Stewart ends a 32 race drought by winning the first Chase race at Loudon. Kevin Harvick moves into the points lead as Dale Earnhardt Jr. finishes third after late fuel issues. Sylvania 300 covers 300 laps on the 1.058 mile Loudon track.
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Jeff Burton
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Tony Stewart
Stewart
Kevin Harvick
Dale Earnhardt Jr
One Main Financial 200 at Dover International Speedway
The 200 lap race at Dover in Delaware features Kyle Busch and Toyota as past winner and qualifying record holder. Brad Keselowski won last week at Chicagoland speeding clear after Carl Edwards err before late race.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr
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Brad Keselowski
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Carl Edwards
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Camping World Truck Race at Loudon
The event at 175 Speedway Loudon covered 175 laps over 185.5 miles on Sept 16 2010. Toyota led the field with 130.029 mph in the race. Kyle Busch set the earlier race record at 112.106 mph on Sept 19 2009. Austin Dillon won last week in a Chevy as the top three finishers were Chevys, with Nelson Piquet Jr. third.
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Kevin Harvick
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Montoya Seeks Groove In Rough Cup Season
Juan Pablo Montoya, rookie year in 2007, faces a tough Sprint Cup campaign with Earnhardt Ganassi Racing. After wins on road courses and a 18th in points, he frets over lack of consistency while praising owner Chip Ganassi. Montoya notes his teammate Jamie McMurray also struggles as the season drags on.
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Gordon Menard Jeff Gordon Versus Paul Menard
In Richmond Gordon Menard hinted that Jeff Gordon may have spun late to aid teammate Kevin Harvick in winning the Brickyard 400. He suggested Menard might have taken one for the team, prompting denials and a NASCAR inquiry amid industry commentary.
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Know Your NASCAR Middle Names and Key Facts
Richard Petty’s middle name is Leon, David Pearson’s is Rex, and Bobby Allison’s is Lee. Brian France’s middle name is Joseph. The person credited with “discovering” Greg Biffle was Greg’s mentor and early promoter, often cited as seeking talent. Bruton Smith’s initial Charlotte Motor Speedway partner was Curtis Turner. New Hampshire Motor Speedway was founded by Bob Bahre. The first NASCAR pole at Indianapolis Motor Speedway was won by Scott Brayton, in the late 1990s era. Winston sponsorship of the Cup Series ended in 2004. Tiny Lund won the Daytona 500 in 1963. Rex White won the Grand National championship in 1962. Rusty Wallace won the Winston Cup championship in 1989.
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Rex White
Rusty Wallace
Fragmented OCR summary of a local note
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DuPont Tweek PhotoContest Offers NASCAR Weekend Prize
Enter a photo in the DuPont Tweek PhotoContest wearing a DuPont garment and you could win a NASCAR Racing Experience weekend for two worth 2500 dollars. The prize may be used for a two person weekend trip with a three hour driving/racing segment or to attend NASCAR races. Contest ends September 30. entry rules and details at Tweek PhotoContest.Dupont.com.
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Johnson a looming force as Chase field forms
NASCAR This Week notes Jimmie Johnson, five time Sprint Cup champion, remains a top contender entering the Chase with the Geico 400 at Chicagoland. Ed wards says he will be tough to beat, while Stewart-Haas searches for a competition director and Keselowski reflects on finally making the Chase.
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Jeff Gordon
Kyle Busch
Jimmie Johnson
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Media Center
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Ricky Craven from Newburgh a Maine Cup star
Ricky Craven drew crowds at New Hampshire Motor Speedway where he excelled in poles in 1996 and 1998 but never won there. His Cup wins came at Martinsville and Darlington while his best points finish was 15th in 2002. Craven, born May 24, 1966, is now an ESPN TV analyst. NASCAR research continues. Dale Earnhardt Jr. admitted spinning to aid his own prospects and suggested Gordon may have pressed for cautions.
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