Stewart wins road course at Sears Point in NASCAR race
Tony Stewart claimed his first road course win, expanding his season victories and moving up in the standings. Jeff Gordon led 55 of 112 laps but finished third as Stewart beat Robby Gordon and Ricky Rudd. Gordon leads the points race with 2,351, Stewart now 2,117.
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Hamilton Comes Up Short After Early Gear Trouble
Sonoma race notes Bobby Hamilton in a Chevrolet starting 10th battled Jeff Gordon early. Hamilton pitted with a third gear issue and fell a lap down but fought back to briefly challenge Gordon before a late lead lap pass by Gordon. Tony Stewart won after a tense battle. Stewart praised Gordon's road skills and noted moments where he gained on the leader in turn three.
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Stewart Wins On Road Course In Close NASCAR Finish
Jeff Gordon finished third as Tony Stewart captured his first road course victory after a late-race duel with Robby Gordon and Kevin Harvick. Harvick accused Gordon of blocking, while Stewart capitalized on cautions and a bold move to overtake Robby Gordon in the final stretches. Labonte’s spin and a turnover at turn 11 added drama to the 224 mile race.
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Sunday NASCAR Race at Sears Point results summary
Tony Stewart won the Sears Point 2 mile race in Pontiac with Robby Gordon second and Jeff Gordon third. The 112 lap event awarded prizes from 139,875 to 40,090 dollars, with multiple crashes and engine failures noted among the field. Lead changes totaled 10 among eight drivers and Gordon led early, with Stewart taking the lead late to secure victory.
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Road racing trek from the hill press box to the esses
Gazette NASCAR beat writer Monte Dutton describes hiking the road course during a race. He notes hostile climbs, friendly fans, press pass perks, and watching the final 52 laps on TV due to time zone differences, concluding the piece may not be his best effort.
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