Sunday, March 31, 2013
Roush Fenway Carries Momentum into Off Weekend
SX: Resilience, Resurgence, RV1
The remarkable Ryan Villopoto continues to prove why he's a Supercross legend-in-the-making.
AMA PRO: Road America, Stockton Host RR, FT Second Rounds
The early-season TBAs on the AMA Pro Road Racing and Flat Track schedules have officially been removed from the calendar.
AMA SBK: Herrin Undergoes Surgery
AMA Superbike points leader Josh Herrin underwent surgery...
WSBK: More Testing For Crescent Suzuki
FIXI Crescent Suzuki will make a three-day test at the Motorland Aragon circuit in Spain next week ahead of the first European race of the World Superbike season.
CUP: An Awesome April
Race at Martinsville will begin a 15-week run for Sprint Cup teams…
CUP: 2013 Season A Strugglefest For Patrick, Others
Danica Patrick is 29th in points after five races…
CUP: France Happy With Season To Date
Statistics show the racing is better this season than at this point in 2012…
Saturday, March 30, 2013
“@dustincary: @humpywheeler how can #NASCAR attract more minority fans?” By having a minority driver or 2 or 3
— Humpy Wheeler (@HumpyWheeler) March 30, 2013
Thursday, March 28, 2013
HAMMOND: Logano Talented, Not Yet Defined
Joey Logano has been in the center of controversy the last two race weekends...
CUP: Hamlin’s Seat Remains Open
Joe Gibbs Racing exploring all options in search for temporary replacement for injured Denny Hamlin…
F1: Changing Tires Now Would Be wrong - Pirelli
Paul Hembery, Pirelli's motor sport director, has ruled out making changes to this year's tire as a result of teams' complaints...
F1: Rumor Mill Considers Webber's Successor
Mark Webber is still a Red Bull driver — for now...
SX: SPEED '12 Finale Coverage Wins Telly Award
The 2012 broadcast of the Monster Energy Supercross finals from Las Vegas on SPEED won a prestigious Telly Award.
SX: The Holeshot - Toronto
Ryan Villopoto upped his win streak to four Saturday night in Toronto as the '13 title picture continued to take shape.
AMA SS: Mesa, Puerta Split Daytona Wins
Stefano Mesa and Tomas Puerta opened their AMA Pro SuperSport seasons in fine fashion at Daytona International Speedway.
CUP: NASCAR Thursday Notebook
Dale Earnhardt Jr. showing consistent strength to roll into Sprint Cup point lead…
CUP: Keselowski Launches Redesigned, Fan-Focused Website
BradRacing.com to provide fans with increased access to reigning Sprint Cup champion...
CUP: Penske Says Logano Texted Hamlin
Roger Penske has staunchly defended Joey Logano…
Felix Sabates: Tony Stewart is one of the best rear view mirror drivers
Felix Sabates, part owner of Earnhardt Ganassi Racing, said he was surprised with NASCAR driver Tony Stewart's reaction to Joey Logano after Sunday's race and a little taken aback by some of his comments.
"Tony is a great champion and one of the most competitive drivers of all time, tough as nails and fun to watch him race, plus Tony is a real nice man, I love his driving style. Tony is one of the best blockers - rear view mirror drivers - in all of racing. Hell, Tony threw a block in Talladega last year and took out 17 cars from the race, that is racing, did Tony forget that? I am sure he has not forgotten that one. Ryan Newman, his driver, is one of the hardest guys to pass. They all are doing what they get paid to do. Tony was hot after the race and I am very sure had he finished in the top 5, he would have patted Joey in the back and would have told him “good job kid.” Unfortunately for Tony he finished in the back of the pack. Surely he can’t blame Joey if he was passed by 20 other cars? Tony was trying to snooker the kid by going below the yellow line to pass, all the kid did was go down there and protect his position," Sabates said.
Sabates called Stewart's "rich kid" comments about Logano "unfair."
"Someone please answer this to me, is it a crime for your parents to have wealth and help their children realize their dreams? No it is not, no matter how much money anyone might have, no one CAN BUY a premier Sprint Cup ride with two of the best teams of all times Gibbs and Penske. These two great car owners are very proud competitive people, Gibbs a Super Bowl multiple winner, and Penske a winner at every level of racing as well as a winner well respected icon in the business world. Joey has a lot of talent. If his father helped him along with his racing career, what is different than Richard Petty helping Kyle, and then his grandson Adam, or Bobby Allison helping Davie, or Buck Baker helping Buddy, or Coo Coo Marlin helping Sterlin, or Bill Elliot helping his son, and now Richard Childress helping not one but two of his grandsons? I think it is ridiculous that anyone would make comments about a father helping a son or a daughter. Lots of today’s drivers will see their children racing in NASCAR. Would someone please tell on what book did they read that it is a sin to help your children career? My sons are too old, but if any of my 6 grandkids want to go racing and I see they have talent, heck yes, I will help them get there."
Check out Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s ride for the Coca-Cola 600 bit.ly/YG7196 #NASCAR @teamhendrick @hendrick88team #DaleJr
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 28, 2013
John Darby says #NASCAR will allow drivers to show emotion. And he thought Logano-Hamlin was last-lap racing: bit.ly/YCS2gj
— Bob Pockrass (@bobpockrass) March 26, 2013
Have you noticed something missing from the #NASCAR spotter's stand? bit.ly/11RdopO
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 28, 2013
Force India sign long-term Mercedes powertrain deal: Force India will continue to be powered by Mercedes-Benz ... bit.ly/XisxSc
— Formula1.com (@F1) March 28, 2013
Force India sign long-term Mercedes powertrain deal
The long-term agreement will see Mercedes-Benz supply the Silverstone-based team with a complete power unit, transmission and all associated ancillary systems when Formula One racing adopts 1.6-litre V6 turbo engines in 2014
The Finishing Line - with Sebastian Vettel
As such, we thought it would be more than appropriate for the 25-year-old triple world champion to be one of the first drivers to take our new 'Finishing Line' questionnaire, designed to provide an alternative insight into the minds of today's Formula One stars
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
So stoked to be on the cover of @sportbikesinc as well as one of the writers within! Check out this… instagram.com/p/XUcv94r0OI/
— Corey Alexander (@Corey5Alexander) March 26, 2013
Happy 23rd Birthday to @jamesbuescher from everyone at @tsmotorsports. Hope it's a great one!
— TSMotorsports (@TSMotorsports) March 26, 2013
Denny Hamlin: 'I was in big trouble' after crash #nascar goo.gl/DbJJM
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 26, 2013
Monday, March 25, 2013
Check out our @acsupdates recap video: tinyurl.com/c7k8p96What are your thoughts on the exciting finish? #NASCAR
— M. Waltrip Racing (@MWRteam) March 25, 2013
F1: Kubica 'Definitely' In Running For 2014 - Boullier
Robert Kubica has not ruled out a return to F1...
VIDEO: No Joke, Hamilton Pits Merc In McLaren Box
Lewis Hamilton proved that old habits die hard...
F1: Red Bull Lost Control Of Drivers, Marko Admits
Sebastian Vettel - "they should get him (Mark Webber) out of the way,”...
MOTOGP: Jerez Test Day Three Ticker
Notes and quotes following the final preseason test of 2013…
MOTOGP: Crutchlow Heads Final Rainy Day In Spain
The final preseason test ahead of the 2013 MotoGP opener closed out with another damp day at Jerez.
SX: RV1 Celebrates Fourth Straight Victory
Ryan Villopoto tightened his grip on the Monster Energy Supercross Championship with yet another win.
. @marioandretti's final @indycar win – 1993 Phoenix youtube.com/watch?NR=1&fea…
— RACER (@RACERmag) March 25, 2013
The #13 Toyota Tundra for Martinsville is rapidly approaching paint-booth readiness under the direction of Jeriod... fb.me/2LTMcW6sI
— ThorSport Racing (@ThorSportRacing) March 25, 2013
Malaysia analysis - what price Vettel's victory?
Vettel's controversial pass on Mark Webber netted him 25 points and the championship lead. As to its impact on relationships within the team - and on his reputation - only time will tell
Nationwide Series points leader Sam Hornish Jr talks about on track rivalries and the start to his 2013 season fb.me/1Dx0w7M7E
— SiriusXM NASCAR (@SiriusXMNASCAR) March 25, 2013
Old school. Cool school.Cale and @woodbrothers21 won Atlanta in this car 45 years ago this week: tinyurl.com/d2juuj6 #NASCAR #Cyclone
— Ford Racing (@FordRacing) March 25, 2013
Congrats @nytewynd18 - #WURTHIT contest winner for the photo below! You win signed @samhornish racing gloves! #NASCAR twitter.com/wurthracing/st…
— wurthracing (@wurthracing) March 25, 2013
Sunday, March 24, 2013
Check out a gallery of pics from @kylebusch's @acsupdates win on @speed.com» bit.ly/KBWnGly #NASCAR twitpic.com/ce5171
— NASCAR on SPEED (@NASCARonSPEED) March 25, 2013
F1: Sheepish Vettel Sends His Apologies
Sebastian Vettel apologized but claimed that he had not ignored the team orders “deliberately,”...
F1: Webber Fumes After Vettel Ignores The Call
Mark Webber is not sure what the future might hold...
MOTOGP: Jerez Test Day Two Ticker
Notes and quotes following the second of three days preseason testing in Spain.
Another solid effort by #DaleJrand the entire 88 bunch. Could not be more proud of this group.
— Steve Letarte (@SteveLetarte) March 25, 2013
Edwards, Biffle Lead Roush Fenway With Top-Five Finishes in California
Fireworks flew after a late-race restart led to a frantic finish that saw tempers flare and fists fly. Through it all, Edwards and Biffle calmly maneuvered through the melee and to strong finishes.
FIA post-race press conference - Malaysia
Sebastian Vettel: Obviously it was very close wheel-to-wheel racing. I think there wasn't much room for either of us so obviously it was a tight battle
Race - Vettel secures controversial victory in Malaysia
Lewis Hamilton took third place for his first Mercedes podium, with team mate Nico Rosberg dutifully holding station in fourth
Saturday, March 23, 2013
Friday, March 15, 2013
AMA SBK: Daytona Thursday Ticker
Notes and quotes following the opening day of the 2013 AMA Pro Road Racing season...
MOTOGP: Honda Completes Austin Test
Marc Marquez closed out the three-day Circuit of the Americas test in impression fashion.
Thursday, March 14, 2013
F1: Tires Will Determine 2013 Form, Says Horner
How the car works its tires over a single lap and over the race are going to be critical factors, says Christian Horner...
COOPER: Button Tells It Like It Is At McLaren
Jenson Button believes McLaren can be really good this year, despite mixed results in winter testing...
AMA SBK: Yamaha Owns Thursday At DIS
Josh Hayes and Cameron Beaubier picked up where they left off in 2012, leading the way on the opening day of the 2013 AMA Pro Road Racing season.
AMA SBK: Status Quo
Can anyone beat Josh Hayes this season? The early results are negative...
AMA H-D: Another Barnburner Expected At Daytona
Nothing less than a drafting war decided by fractions of a second is expected in the AMA Pro Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson Daytona opener.
AMA SBK: 2013 Championship Prediction Countdown - #2 & #1
The 2013 AMA Pro Superbike season has finally arrived and with it comes SPEED.com's final predictions for the season's champion.
NNS: Graham Rahal Wants To Race At Mid-Ohio
Graham Rahal is looking for a NASCAR ride — for one race…
Forbes' list of the highest paid NASCAR drivers
Dale Earnhardt Jr. leads the way for the fifth straight year as NASCAR's highest paid driver, according to this year's rankings put out by Forbes.
It may or may not surprise you to know Earnhardt's three Hendrick Motorsports teammates - Jimmie Johnson, Jeff Gordon and Kasey Kahne - all rank in the Top 10.
Earnhardt's earnings topped $25.9 million, with off-the-track earnings of $13 million.
Read the whole story here.
Lucky Dog: Hamlin drops appeal but NASCAR will still get its money (cont) tl.gd/labk50
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 14, 2013
NNS: Hornish, Erwin A Dynamic Duo
Sam Hornish Jr. won his second career NASCAR Nationwide Series race on Saturday…
MOTOGP: Repsol Honda Continues Austin Improvement
Marc Marquez and Dani Pedrosa continued to lead the way at the Circuit of the Americas.
F1: Ecclestone 'Understands' Danica Patrick's F1 Reluctance
Bernie Ecclestone doesn't fault NASCAR driver Danica Patrick for not being interested in a move to Formula One...
F1: Sutil The Right Man For Force India, Says Mallya
Force India boss Vijay Mallya believes in driver Adrian Sutil...
Wednesday, March 13, 2013
Simply amazing guys is so freaked out. “@odsteve: This is awesome! youtube.com/watch?v=Q5mHPo… #NASCAR @jeffgordonweb”
— Brandon Igdalsky (@bigdalsky) March 12, 2013
#NASCAR
Congrats to Brian & Amy France on being honored this evening by #AutismSpeaks in NYC. #NASCAR
— Brandon Igdalsky (@bigdalsky) March 13, 2013
Brad Keselowski On Twitter, Danica And Being Nascar's Champ - Forbes forbes.com/sites/kurtbade…
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 13, 2013
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Young Chase Elliott, Jeb Burton Searching For Truck Series Experience At Martinsville bit.ly/15L5MHA
— Catchfence (@catchfence) March 12, 2013
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Matt Kenseth holds off Kasey Kahne for Kobalt 400 NASCAR Cup win at Las Vegas: Matt Kenseth stole the NASCAR S... bit.ly/VYogmo
— SPEED JUNKIE(@darylwill) March 10, 2013
Matt Kenseth wins at Las Vegas for first victory with Joe Gibbs Racing bit.ly/12Gds09 #nascar
— Sporting News NASCAR (@sn_nascar) March 10, 2013
Saturday, March 9, 2013
Friday, March 8, 2013
Danica Patrick hit in head with rock in Las Vegas, sore from Phoenix crash bit.ly/10rmsF2 #nascar
— Sporting News NASCAR (@sn_nascar) March 8, 2013
More rain on the way.. Probably 45min to 1 hr away.. twitter.com/rchilders55/st…
— Rodney Childers (@rchilders55) March 8, 2013
Monday, March 4, 2013
250SX: St. Louis Ticker
Wil Hahn raced to his second straight victory to take possession of the Eastern Regional 250SX Class Supercross points lead.
F1: Webber Not Targeting 2013 Retirement
Australian Mark Webber sees long future in series...
SX: Villopoto Snares Win #4
Ryan Villopoto moved to within striking distance of points leader Davi Millsaps with his fourth win of the season.