5 Points to Ponder: Atlanta Loses to Kansas?, Even Champs Get Shaky & “Chase Time”
I can’t believe there is a NASCAR fan that prefers two Kansas races over two Atlanta races.
Cup Series
Professor of Speed: Is It May or December? The Teaming of Danica Patrick & Mark Martin
During a press conference at Atlanta, Tony Stewart mentioned that he’d been considering Mark Martin as a “co-driver” to Danica Patrick for the 2012 season.
Frontstretch Fantasy Insider: Can Kyle Busch Lead You to the Promised Land of Your Chase?
With four wins already this season, Kyle Busch will be a top seed in the Chase for the Cup no matter what happens on Saturday.
Top 10 NASCAR Excuses for Declining an Invitation From President Obama
5. Carl Edwards: “As per my new contract, I cannot enter any Oval Office that is not blue and sponsored by Ford.”
Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Advocare 500 at Atlanta
Old mentor teaches former student a thing or two, the last twist in one of the more action-packed races held on a 1.5-mile oval in recent memory.
Bubble Breakdown: JJ Yeley Proves Underdogs Can Compete on Intermediates at Atlanta
At one point Tuesday, the perfect blend of Mother Nature combined with late-race fuel strategy nearly produced NASCAR’s upset winner of the decade.
Jeff Gordon, the Fans & How Time Has Brought the 2 Together
Anymore, a win from Jeff Gordon is refreshing, as he celebrates each victory with excitement and gratitude that some first-time winners can’t match.
The Big 6: Questions Answered After the 2011 AdvoCare 500 at Atlanta
With his 85th career victory, there is little doubt that Gordon is one of the finest drivers ever to grace the seat of a stock car.
Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2011 AdvoCare 500 at Atlanta
Read this week’s Power Rankings to find out if your favorite driver was able to stay afloat through Tropical Storm Lee.
Jeff Gordon Wins 2011 AdvoCare 500 at Atlanta
Jeff Gordon, in a classic display of good, hard and clean racing, held off a determined Jimmie Johnson to earn his 85th career victory in the Advocare 500.