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McMurray survives wild finish at Talladega

Johnson rallies to finish 6th for commanding lead in championship points race Jamie McMurray was the unlikely winner of an uncharacteristically dull race at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway, where a ban on bump-drafting forced most competitors to treat...

indystar, on Nov 02, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Rain provides Johnson extra edge

TALLADEGA, Ala. — Jimmie Johnson last started from the pole at Talladega Superspeedway in 2002, as the points leader, lined up next to Mark Martin. He didn’t even make it to the first lap. In a bizarre prerace mishap as the drivers were...

indystar, on Nov 01, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Montoya not bothered by Griese's remark

TALLADEGA, Ala. — Juan Pablo Montoya was never upset by the “taco” remark that got ESPN announcer Bob Griese suspended. The network this week suspended Griese from broadcasting a college football game on Saturday for the remark he...

indystar, on Oct 30, 2009 at 1:51 PM in NASCAR
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NASCAR's Chase

NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup moves to Week 7 this weekend at Talladega (Ala.) Superspeedway. Here’s where the top contenders stand: 1. Jimmie Johnson (leader): In the 32 Chase races since Talladega in 2006, Johnson has 11 wins, 20...

indystar, on Oct 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Hamlin triumphs, Johnson ups lead

Three-time defending champion has 118-point advantage in the Chase MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Denny Hamlin didn’t need to do anything funny to exact his revenge from Jimmie Johnson at Martinsville Speedway. He just drove right by him. And then...

indystar, on Oct 26, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Johnson's superiority is getting annoying

Jimmie Johnson hears the chatter in the garage and knows that some of his fellow drivers have grown weary of seeing him win races and championships. And why not? He has won 23 races in the past three seasons, and claimed the points championship each...

indystar, on Oct 25, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Johnson slips in qualifying

Newman, Gordon take front row at Martinsville MARTINSVILLE, Va. — Jimmie Johnson finally wasn’t flawless at Martinsville. The points leader and winner in five of the past six NASCAR Sprint Cup Series races on the smallest, tightest oval...

indystar, on Oct 24, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Johnson appears to be in control

NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup moves to Week 6 this weekend at Martinsville (Va.) Speedway. Here’s where the 12 drivers stand: 1. Jimmie Johnson (leader): How does he keeping winning championships? He has 11 wins and 21 top-five...

indystar, on Oct 23, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Biffle vs. Loganos? He'd rather not

Incident with younger driver’s dad was overplayed, he says CONCORD, N.C. — Greg Biffle was just trying to get a little payback when he forced Joey Logano into the wall during last week’s Nationwide Series race. He didn’t...

indystar, on Oct 16, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Johnson wins race, takes Chase lead

He’s now in the driver’s seat for his fourth consecutive championship FONTANA, Calif. — Jimmie Johnson is back in control of NASCAR’s Chase for the Championship. The three-time defending Sprint Cup champion easily pulled away...

indystar, on Oct 11, 2009 at 10:35 PM in NASCAR

Chasers watch Johnson closely

Juan Pablo Montoya is well aware that NASCAR veteran Mark Martin leads the Chase for the Sprint Cup heading into today’s 500-mile race at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana, Calif. It just doesn’t feel that way. When Montoya looks at the...

indystar, on Oct 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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It's a careful road for non-Chase racers

FONTANA, Calif. — David Reutimann saw Mark Martin’s bumper in the mirror and took a deep breath. It wasn’t jitters exactly. Reutimann knew the NASCAR veteran — considered one of the cleanest racers in the business —...

indystar, on Oct 10, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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NASCAR Chase hits the West Coast

NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup resumes Sunday (3:15 p.m., WRTV-6) with the fourth of 10 races. This one is at Auto Club Speedway, known to most as California Speedway. A look at how the 12 title contenders stack up: 1. Mark Martin (leader):...

Curt Cavin, on Oct 09, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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2010 Brickyard 400 will start at 1 p.m.

Change comes as NASCAR pushes to standardize start times for Sprint Cup races The 2010 Brickyard 400 will begin earlier than in recent years — at 1 p.m. — as part of a standardization of start times for NASCAR Sprint Cup races next...

Curt Cavin, on Oct 08, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Stewart improves shot

Indiana driver moves to fourth in Chase standings after Kansas triumph KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Tony Stewart found himself in danger of letting a title slip away after just two rounds in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship. The two-time...

indystar, on Oct 05, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Stewart wins at Kansas, 4th in title chase

KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Tony Stewart found himself in danger of letting a title slip away after just two rounds in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship. The two-time champion wasn’t exactly in a must-win situation Sunday at Kansas Speedway, but a...

indystar, on Oct 04, 2009 at 6:15 PM in NASCAR
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Earnhardt endorses McGrew for 2010

Dale Earnhardt Jr. has given a formal endorsement for crew chief Lance McGrew. He’s just not sure if that carries any weight. Earnhardt will start a season-best second in today’s NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Kansas Speedway, his 16th race...

indystar, on Oct 04, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Mark Martin again starts No. 1

50-year-old takes his career-best seventh pole of the season KANSAS CITY, Kan. — Mark Martin has another pole in his race to win the Chase. Martin turned a lap of 175.758 mph on a cool, windy Friday on the 11/2-mile oval at Kansas Speedway,...

indystar, on Oct 03, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Johnson made his big move in Kansas last year

A look at where the 12 drivers stand heading to the third race of NASCAR’s Chase for the Sprint Cup title. The Price Chopper 400 is Sunday at Kansas Speedway: 1. Mark Martin: How long can he keep Jimmie Johnson behind him? Could be heading...

indystar, on Oct 02, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Johnson dominates again at Dover

Three-time defending champion gains on leader Martin in Chase points DOVER, Del. — Jimmie Johnson dominated again in a Chase race, sweeping the season races at Dover International Speedway to accelerate his bid for an unprecedented fourth...

indystar, on Sep 28, 2009 at 12:34 AM in NASCAR
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Johnson completes sweep at Dover

DOVER, Del. — Jimmie Johnson dominated again in winning a crucial Chase race. It’s become about as routine this time of year on the sports calendar as the start of the NFL season or the baseball playoff stretch drive. If he keeps driving...

indystar, on Sep 27, 2009 at 9:02 PM in NASCAR

Martin defies age to lead Chase

DOVER, Del. — The oldest driver in Sprint Cup happens to be the best one in the sport this season. He has won more races than Tony Stewart. Has more poles than Jimmie Johnson. He has earned more respect than any other driver in the garage and...

indystar, on Sep 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Martin has shot to keep this lead

Chase leader has run well at Dover Mark Martin, at the crisp age of 50, skips into Dover (Del.) International Speedway this weekend as more than the leader of NASCAR’s old guard; he has more points than anyone in the Sprint Cup series. A look...

indystar, on Sep 25, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Martin opens Chase with win

50-year-old driver going for 1st title gets 5th victory of year LOUDON, N.H. — When a young driver isn’t sure how to approach an on-track situation, they often ask themselves “What would Mark Martin do?” With a championship on...

indystar, on Sep 21, 2009 at 12:25 AM in NASCAR
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Sylvania 300 results

At New Hampshire Motor Speedway Loudon, N.H. Lap length: 1.058 miles (Start position in parentheses) 1. (14) Mark Martin, Chevrolet, 300 laps, 120.9 rating, 190 points, $232,750. 2. (4) Denny Hamlin, Toyota, 300, 121, 175, $179,275. 3. (1) Juan...

indystar, on Sep 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Montoya preparing for NASCAR Sprint Cup title run

Juan Pablo Montoya has a bottle of French wine at home that was given to him as a gift from a friend in Malaysia, who told the driver to save it for a very special occasion. One problem: Montoya doesn’t drink alcohol. Should he become the first...

indystar, on Sep 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Montoya starts on the pole

2000 Indy 500 winner sets record in qualifying for the first Chase race LOUDON, N.H. — Juan Pablo Montoya will have a hard time playing the role of darkhorse if he keeps driving like this. The former Formula One star will make his debut in...

indystar, on Sep 19, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Hamlin wins race, Vickers in Chase

RICHMOND, Va. — Denny Hamlin finally grabbed a coveted win at his home track in a bittersweet night for Joe Gibbs Racing. As he celebrated in Victory Lane, teammate Kyle Busch was shut out of the Chase for the championship. It was a compelling...

indystar, on Sep 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR
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Martin on pole for final push

11 drivers are vying for final 8 spots in Chase for the championship Mark Martin’s final push for a spot in NASCAR’s Chase for the championship will start from the best spot in the field today. Martin turned a lap of 126.808 mph in...

indystar, on Sep 12, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

8 NASCAR Chase spots still up in air

Kenseth clings to No. 12 as Vickers, Kyle Busch lurk Only Tony Stewart, Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson and Denny Hamlin have clinched spots in NASCAR’s championship Chase heading into the Sprint Cup regular-season finale Saturday night at...

Steve Ballard, on Sep 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

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