Stories tagged with "NASCAR"

Martin defies age to lead Chase by indystar

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... – Sep 27, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Signing leaves Andretti's life only a little less hectic by Curt Cavin

Michael Andretti said his professional life never has been this hectic. From working through the reorganization of his IndyCar Series team to re-signing Danica Patrick to bringing... – Sep 26, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Martin has shot to keep this lead by indystar

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... – Sep 25, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Martin opens Chase with win by indystar

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... – Sep 21, 2009 at 12:25 AM in NASCAR

Sylvania 300 results by indystar

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,... – Sep 21, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Montoya preparing for NASCAR Sprint Cup title run by indystar

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... – Sep 20, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Montoya starts on the pole by indystar

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... – Sep 19, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Hamlin wins race, Vickers in Chase by indystar

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... – Sep 13, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Martin on pole for final push by indystar

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... – Sep 12, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

8 NASCAR Chase spots still up in air by Steve Ballard

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... – Sep 11, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Kahne pulls away to second win of year by indystar

HAMPTON, Ga. — Kasey Kahne gave himself a huge boost in the Chase for the Championship with a victory Sunday night at Atlanta Motor Speedway. Kahne jumped from 11th to sixth... – Sep 07, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Truex back up front by indystar

He wins his 1st pole since season-opening Daytona 500 HAMPTON, Ga. — Martin Truex Jr. won his first pole at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday, just in time for the... – Sep 06, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Patrick may try NASCAR by indystar

HAMPTON, Ga. — Tony Stewart expects to one day be trading paint with Danica Patrick. While racing’s most prominent female driver ponders her options for next year,... – Sep 05, 2009 at 12:00 AM in NASCAR

Clifford E. Crook by indystar

NOBLESVILLE — Clifford “Bud” E. Crook, 72, Noblesville, died Aug. 30, 2009, at Riverview Hospital, Noblesville. Mr. Crook was self-employed as a brick and block... – Aug 31, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Noblesville obituaries

Motorcycles get MotoGP fans' motors running by Bill Mccleery

Speed and camaraderie are among what pulls spectators to Speedway Fans attending MotoGP qualifications Saturday expressed optimism about the sport’s future at Indianapolis... – Aug 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Communities

Nationwide drivers slip and slide in qualifying by indystar

Ambrose takes advantage of rainy conditions to take the pole for today’s race When it rained yet again at Circuit Gilles Villenueve in Montreal, Marcos Ambrose was in the... – Aug 30, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Motorsports

Rain today, dry weekend head for Moto GP by Kevin Oneal

The first practice sessions for the motorcycle races at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this afternoon probably will be wet. Then, the rest of the weekend will be dry. Rain has... – Aug 28, 2009 at 11:55 AM in News

Danica Patrick sidesteps questions about future by indystar

JOLIET, Ill. — Danica Patrick wasn’t ready to address her future with Andretti Green Racing or the IndyCar series, sidestepping questions Thursday about her expiring... – Aug 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Little Al, Luyendyk like future of IndyCars by indystar

CHICAGO — Al Unser Jr. and Arie Luyendyk have a few things in common. They’re two-time winners of the Indy 500. And if asked, they agree on this much: they think Danica... – Aug 28, 2009 at 12:00 AM in Indy Racing League

Little Al, Luyendyk like future of IndyCars by indystar

CHICAGO — Al Unser Jr. and Arie Luyendyk have a few things in common. They’re two-time winners of the Indy 500. And if asked, they agree on this much: they think Danica... – Aug 27, 2009 at 9:08 PM in Indy Racing League