From the July, 2006 issue of Stock Car Insider
Upcoming Events in the World of NASCAR
Roughly three years ago, Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) was the site for a publicity show down pitting the top NASCAR driver, Jeff Gordon, against one of the top Formula One drivers, Juan Pablo Montoya. Each driver swapped cars for 7 laps on the 2.6 mile road course through the Indy infield. At the day’s end, both drivers, especially Juan, and teams gained a new found respect for the style of racing each series has to offer.In two weeks, Jeff Gordon and the rest of the Nextel Cup boys return to Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400. Of the 36 races on the Nextel Cup circuit, The Brickyard 400 ranks in top 5 favorite for many of the NASCAR drivers due to the rich racing history of IMS.
Of all current drivers with 2 or more career starts at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the favorite amongst female fans, Kasey Kahne, has had the most success. In two starts at IMS, Kasey has an average finish of 3rd.
Also expect the following drivers to do well next week:
Tony Stewart - Average Finish 8th
Jeff Gordon - Average Finish 9th
Kevin Harvick - Average Finish 9th
Next Week's Schedule:
Nextel Cup off until August 6th @ Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Busch Series: @ Gateway International Raceway
7/29/06 - 10:00am NASCAR Busch Series Busch 250 Practice
7/29/06 - 03:30pm NASCAR Busch Series Busch 250 Qualifying
7/29/06 - 07:15pm NASCAR Busch Series Busch 250
Craftsman Truck Series off until August 6th @ Indianapolis Raceway Park
| See complete 2006 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series Race Schedule |
