Running Their Mouth: 2008 Daytona 500
This week, here’s a sneak peek at what a select few were thinking following the Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway.
David Ragan
10 Points to Ponder… After the 2008 Daytona 500
1. Well, Isn’t That Just Super? – The Daytona 500 is often referred to as NASCAR’s equivalent of the NFL’s Super Bowl. Well, the Patriots – Giants game, held two weeks ago, was an exciting and well-played contest in its own right; and, with a Cinderella finish to boot. I just thought it was appropriate …
Beyond the Cockpit: David Ragan on his Sophomore Season
One year ago, David Ragan was called upon as a rookie to fill the enormous shoes of NASCAR legend Mark Martin in the No. 6 car at Roush Fenway Racing. Despite falling to Juan Pablo Montoya in the Rookie of the Year battle, Ragan enjoyed a respectable rookie season, recording two top fives and three …
2007 NASCAR Driver Review: David Ragan
Frankly, David Ragan should consider having the opportunity to become a full-time Cup driver his highest point.
2007 NASCAR Nextel Cup Rookie Report Cards
I, Professor Lumbis, need to assign the final grades for 2007 freshman class as they completed their first season on the NASCAR Nextel Cup tour.
Nextel Cup Rookie Report: David Ragan Wins Battle at Homestead… But Montoya Wins War
It was a solid end to a rookie season for David Ragan at Homestead, as he started the final race of the year in a career second-best seventh qualifying spot.
Nextel Cup Rookie Report: Juan Pablo Montoya Leads Open-Wheel Invasion in the Desert
The soon to be Rookie of the Year started 14th; but while he outclassed all other freshmen, that’s the highest Montoya would get for most of the afternoon.
Beyond the Cockpit: Danny O’Quinn on 2007
Frontstretch talked with Danny O’Quinn about the difficulties involved with a small-budget operation and the frustrations of running a part-time schedule.
Fantasy Picks ‘N’ Pans: 2007 Checker Auto Parts 500k at Phoenix Edition
NASCAR heads to the desert Southwest for their second trip to Phoenix International Raceway this weekend, as the Chase for the Nextel Cup has winnowed down to merely a two-horse race. While six drivers are still mathematically alive, just Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon remain with a realistic chance to take home the trophy come …
Nextel Cup Rookie Report: Texas Terrible Track for Juan Pablo Montoya, Other Freshmen
Juan Montoya has enjoyed a good amount of non-road course success on quad ovals this year, and at one point in time, it appeared Texas would be no different.
Nextel Cup Rookie Report: AJ Allmendinger is Awesome at Atlanta
AJ Allmendinger worked his way into the top 25, then took advantage of a strong car and late-race chaos among the leaders to bring home a finish of 16th.
Who’s Hot/Who’s Not: Outside the Chase after the 2007 Subway 500 at Martinsville
Sunday’s Subway 500 at Martinsville marked the beginning of the final five races this season, launching a segment filled with pressure-packed racing not only for those fighting for the title, but for many others involved in separate skirmishes of their own. Whether it’s battling to stay within the top 25 in driver points, to move …