There’s an aura about Bristol Motor Speedway, a track that drivers and fans love equally for its electric, throwback-style racing.
Jimmie Johnson never chalked it up as one of his favorites.
The four-time defending NASCAR champion could never get a handle on the .533-mile bullring, where he struggled far more than he ever succeeded.
Until Sunday, that is … Details
Becomes youngest driver to win Cup pole by one day
Streaking around .533-mile Bristol Motor Speedway in 15.396 seconds (124.630 mph) Friday, Joey Logano won the first pole of his Cup career, becoming the youngest driver to win a top qualifying spot in NASCAR’s top series — by one day.
Technically, Logano won the 21 Means 21 Pole Award since he’s under the legal drinking age. Drivers who are 21 and older win the Coors Light Pole Award …Â Details
NASCAR driver Kurt Busch has lost his drag-racing debut.
Busch was sent home Sunday in the opening round of eliminations at the NHRA Gatornationals. Busch raced in the Super Gas division of the Sportsman class.
His 1970 Dodge Challenger sputtered shortly after takeoff and … Details