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‘I about lost it’: Tony Stewart says his first NHRA win is special for personal, professional reasons

by Mike
‘I about lost it’: Tony Stewart says his first NHRA win is special for personal, professional reasons

by Scott Horner, Indianapolis Star

Tony Stewart ticked off another career accomplishment last weekend, winning an NHRA Top Fuel race. But for the winner of so many karting, USAC, World of Outlaws, IROC, NASCAR and IndyCar races through the decades, this win really struck home.

It was the first one attended by his son, 5-month-old Dominic.

“There’s (Stewart’s wife) Leah (Pritchett) coming up the steps with Dominic, and I am not gonna lie, I about lost it. That was the cherry on top. And by the end of the day, it was the two scoops of ice cream,” he said. “That’s a sentimental moment.” (more…)

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Parker Klingerman – “I Offered A Bunch Of Amateurs $5,000 Of My Own Money If They Could Drive Faster Than Me”

by Mike
Parker Klingerman – “I Offered A Bunch Of Amateurs $5,000 Of My Own Money If They Could Drive Faster Than Me”

By Parker Kligerman, Autopian Contributor

If you’re a motorsports fan—or even a casual car enthusiast—be honest: You’ve watched F1, NASCAR, or another racing series and had the thought, ‘I could do that; all they’re doing is driving a car!’

Well, as professional drivers, we’ve always dealt with this by rolling our eyes and attempting to explain that driving your street car isn’t even using 1% of its capability. I always found this to be an inadequate way to try to prove it’s not as simple as it looks and that professionals make it look far easier than it is. (more…)

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NASCAR Cup Series Driver Approval Process Debate: ‘I think it’s broken’

by Mike
NASCAR Cup Series Driver Approval Process Debate: ‘I think it’s broken’

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.

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Katherine Legge Sets Her Sights on NASCAR: “I Want to Do All the Things”

by Mike
Katherine Legge Sets Her Sights on NASCAR: “I Want to Do All the Things”

Motorsports veteran Katherine Legge is proving that no track, no series, and no challenge is off-limits. The British racer, who has carved out a career spanning IndyCar, sports cars, and open-wheel racing, is now setting her sights on NASCAR—starting with her ARCA Menards Series debut at Daytona on February 15. (more…)

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Fox Sports Films Debuts New Original Documentary “I Am Kevin Harvick”, Airs February 15 On FS1

by Mike
Fox Sports Films Debuts New Original Documentary “I Am Kevin Harvick”, Airs February 15 On FS1

LOS ANGELES – In the lead-up to FOX Sports’ anticipated coverage of the DAYTONA 500, FOX Sports Films announces today its newest original documentary I AM KEVIN HARVICK. The film chronicles legendary NASCAR champion and FOX Sports’ newest NASCAR analyst Kevin Harvick, through his exhilarating racing career and beyond the finish line to unveil the story behind the iconic athlete rarely seen beyond the confines of the track.

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Jacky Ickx: “I managed without hurting myself badly throughout my career – that’s not a matter of talent – it’s a matter of luck.”

by Mike
Jacky Ickx: “I managed without hurting myself badly throughout my career – that’s not a matter of talent – it’s a matter of luck.”

As a winner of six Le Mans 24 Hours, eight Formula 1 victories and countless other triumphs — including the Dakar Rally — Jacky Ickx is a living legend who has competed in a career spanning over 30 years. The 78-year-old talks about his life behind the wheel and his experience of the Dakar Rally in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

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Two For TK Twin Figure Eights, Fireworks Highlight “I Love America Night” Saturday At Riverhead Raceway

by Lou Modestino
Two For TK Twin Figure Eights, Fireworks Highlight “I Love America Night” Saturday At Riverhead Raceway
Another exciting family fun night is set for this Saturday August 12th, with Riverhead Raceway owners Connie Partridge and Tom Gatz celebrating I Love America Night with a Fireworks extravaganza. The Fireworks compliment the NASCAR Advance Auto Parts Weekly Series race program featuring the Two for TK, Twin Figure Eight feature events honoring Tom Kraft who passed away on July 29th.

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