The Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum is preparing to auction off an assortment of strange items it has acquired over the years. Betsy Smith , director of the nonprofit foundation that runs the museum, told the Indianapolis Star that no race cars or racing memorabilia will be sold at the auction Saturday.
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Column: NASCAR needs some rivalries to spice up the action
The discourse among drivers has been tame for several years, in part because wives and children have seemed to mellow the competitors. They live inches away from each other in the same motorhome lot every weekend, share the playground, the basketball court and the gym.
NASCAR: Joe Gibbs, Roger Penske defend NASCAR as having bright future
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Texas murder suspect arrested; was in Daytona for the races
Authorities say a man suspected of killing his uncle during a land dispute in Texas was arrested after coming to Florida to attend NASCAR races at Daytona International Speedway. The Daytona Beach News-Journal reports 50-year-old Joe Earl Smith told police who arrested him Thursday that he was in town “for the races.”
Chase Elliott grabs 1st Cup win in Daytona qualifier
Chase Elliott celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the first of two NASCAR qualifying races for Sunday’s Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, Fla., Thursday. Reed Sorenson slides through the infield after losing control of his car on the front stretch, in front of Paul Menard , during the first of two NASCAR qualifying auto races for Sunday’s Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway, Thursday in Daytona Beach, Fla.
NASCAR America to Celebrate Countdown to ‘The Great American Race’
… Dale Jarrett (@DaleJarrett) and Daytona 500-winning crew chief Steve Letarte (@SteveLetarte) will contribute from NBC Sports Group’s NASCAR AMERICA studio in Charlotte N.C. and Burton’s Garage in Huntersville, N.C. Veteran NASCAR driver Greg Biffle …
The Latest: Rising star Cindric ups racing resume in Rolex
… I try to get behind the wheel and try to have some success,” he said. “As long as I can keep a parallel path between sports cars and stock cars, it’s what I want to do because I am really passionate about racing. I want to be a race car driver. I …
Gordon struggled on restart then settled in for 24 hours
… is right now. While there were days back in the Cup car that were exhausting or frustrating, his time so far in this sports car race has been one of the most fun times in his career. “That right there was big for me,” he said. “The other night, …
Martin Puts New Ford Mustang on Pole for Continental Tire Challenge Daytona Opener
… entry, and the car had some problems that required repair right up to qualifying time. Then it was up to Martin, a sports car veteran, and he delivered. “I just went for it,” he said, coming into the tight Bus Stop chicane on his last lap “so fast I …
Three Burning Questions To Be Answered At The Glen In 2017
As the dawn of a new season in American racing approaches, the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, Verizon IndyCar Series, and WeatherTech SportsCar Championship have one thing in common: A trip to the Finger Lakes region of New York. For the second consecutive season, Watkins Glen International is the only facility to host each of North America’s major racing series – with the Sahlen’s Six Hours of The Glen, Watkins Glen 355, and INDYCAR Grand Prix at The Glen all on the coming year’s slate.
Speedweeks Arrives! Cadillacs fast right out of the box
… Challenge, featuring the “minor league” cars of sanctioning body IMSA - the Continental Tire Sports Car Challenge. The Rolex 24 cars are part of IMSA’s big-league WeatherTech Sports Car Championship. • The 2017 Rolex …
Lady Antebellum to perform pre-race concert at Daytona 500
The trio of Charles Kelley, Hillary Scott and Dave Haywood will take the stage at Daytona International Speedway on Feb. 26, entertaining thousands on hand for “The Great American Race.” Lady Antebellum has played Daytona before, first prior to the Coke Zero 400 in 2008 and most recently at last year’s inaugural Country 500 music festival.
‘Cars 3’ star Wilson named Daytona 500 grand marshal
… nt Chip Wile said. “His star power, and of course his personality, are perfect fits for ‘The Great American Race.’ As sports columnist, Paul Woody offers an array of commentary on the sports scene in columns and World of Woody videos.
With Browns, some things never changeAfter 1-15 season, is there an end in sight? Today at
… was greater for San Diego: losing to the Browns or losing its franchise.) But with the most impetuous owner in sports — a man who has employed four coaches, four general managers, and three presidents/CEOs in four years — you never knew. So …
Always-guarded Carl Edwards’ retirement a stunning turn
When rumors flew a couple of weeks ago about a driver retiring, Carl Edwards didn’t come to mind. Maybe Danica Patrick was ready to hang it up.