Bob Pockrass, the Fox Motorsports Insider, posted an article about NASCAR Cup Series driver approval process…
LAS VEGAS — When commenting on the NASCAR approval process over the last week, almost every driver added a caveat: It’s not about Katherine Legge.
They said it out of respect for Legge’s lengthy career and racing resume. Those advocating for change after Legge’s two-spin Cup debut at Phoenix a week ago were advocating for it out of respect for their quest to be NASCAR Cup Series champions.
NASCAR approved the 44-year-old Legge to run road courses and ovals one mile or shorter on the basis of her INDYCAR experience, which includes four Indy 500s and seven races in the series last year. Also considered were her extensive sports-car experience and recent Daytona ARCA experience.
She spun twice at Phoenix, including once into Daniel Suarez, which ruined his day.
The incident brought NASCAR’s approval process for Cup into the spotlight.