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This is why I picked Jimmy Johnson to win it all...really ...I did..I swear... On a side note: the race for the chase will have to be overhauled IMO....TS is right about non chasers interfering with chasers ect....
The Chase format has some advantages, but it needs tweaking. This year for example, Stewart is basically making a mockery of it by winning 3 out of 8 Chase races so far. I would make two changes. One, the premium for actually winning a race should be higher, much higher. Fans hate to see drivers protecting their position at the end of a race. Make winning worth something. Two, I would give a "wild card" entry into the Chase for any driver who wins a race during the Chase portion of the season. They would go into the Chase in 11th place, say 10 points below the 10th place Chaser. This would give the non-Chasers a big incentive, and would also give the Chasers an incentive to go for the win to keep hot cars like the 20 out of the Chase.
Riggs Crewman To Be Suspended Indefinitely For Harvick Push Sirius Speedway has learned that NASCAR will announce later today that it has indefinitely suspended Craig "C.C." Curione, the front tire carrier for Scott Riggs' No. 10 Dodge, for his role in a postrace altercation Sunday night at Texas Motor Speedway. Curione was identified as the member of Riggs' Evernham Motorsports crew who shoved Kevin Harvick from behind while he and his wife, DeLana, were walking to the infield media center following the Dickies 500. The Harvicks and NASCAR official John Sacco all fell, landing in the path of the No. 10 team's war wagon, which hit Sacco and left him with a sprained ankle. The Harvicks were not hurt. Spokesman Kerry Tharp said earlier today, "NASCAR has been looking into this postrace incident since it occurred. It's something we take very seriously. An announcement regarding a course of action could come as early as Tuesday." A spokeswoman for Evernham Motorsports said the team has cooperated with NASCAR's investigation, and will have no comment until a final determination has been made.
It's Fatboy's own damn fault for not being in the chase as he should be. He still needs to learn to tamper down his damn temper. I'm really looking forward to next season for the 20 team, and I hope that junior can somehow manage the championship this year. "F" the 48 -kt
My Bad Karma Rule prevents me from outright rooting for JJ to hit the wall. However, should such an event materialize, said rule does not prohibit the rejoicing which would immediately follow. - Spydertrader
Statement regarding post-race incident between Kevin Harvick and No. 10 crew member at Texas Motor Speedway from Evernham Motorsports âAfter a comprehensive internal review of the post-race incident between Kevin Harvick and a member of the No. 10 team, Valvoline Evernham Racing supports NASCARâs decision to indefinitely suspend the involved crew member. We apologize to Kevin and DeLana Harvick, NASCAR, our partners and our fans for this incident. The behavior demonstrated by the involved crew member was in violation of the Valvoline Evernham Racing Employee Code of Conduct and will not be tolerated. We concur with NASCARâs ruling and will not appeal the suspension or fine.â - James Rocco â Valvoline Evernham Racing, Designated Team Owner
Speed Channel plans to broadcast Qualifying for The Checker Auto Parts 500 Nextel Cup Series Race from Phoenix International Raceway - on Friday at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. This weekend's racing schedule: Formula One Season Completed - Fernando Alonso Champion Nextel Cup Checker Auto Parts 500 - NBC Sunday 2:30 PM Eastern Time Busch Series Arizona Travel 200 - NBC Saturday 3:30 PM Eastern Time Kevin Harvick clinched Busch Series Championship Craftsman Truck Series Casino Arizona 150 - Speed Channel Friday 8:00 PM Eastern Time IRL Season Completed - Sam Hornish Jr. Champion IROC Season Completed - Tony Stewart Champion "No, no, he didn't slam you, he didn't bump you, he didn't nudge you... he *rubbed* you. And rubbin', son, is racin'. " - Spydertrader