Archive for January 25th, 2008

Do Doug Yates and Max Jones really control Yates Racing or is it all about Jack Roush? Lee Spencer looks at the situation.

Johnson looks for success in sports car racing

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

At first, sports car racing was a lark for Jimmie Johnson, a bit of fun away from his real job.

But expectations change and the two-time defending NASCAR champion now feels the same pressure to win in this weekend’s Rolex 24-Hour sports car endurance race as he does when he jumps into his stock car.

“It started off more as something fun to do, and I’m still having a lot of fun,” Johnson said Friday before the final practice on the 5.73-kilometer (3.

Rolex 24 Photos

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

Johnson seeks more success in endurance racing

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

At first, sports car racing was a lark for Jimmie Johnson, a bit of fun away from his real job.

But expectations change and the two-time defending NASCAR champion now feels the same pressure to win in this weekend’s Rolex 24-Hour sports car endurance race as he does when he jumps into his stock car.

“It started off more as something fun to do, and I’m still having a lot of fun,” Johnson said Friday before the final practice on the 5.73-kilometer (3.

Leadership the difference for Hendrick Motorsports

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

Why has Hendrick Motorsports dominated NASCAR in recent years? It’s all about the guy on top, Lee Spencer says.

PHOTOS: NASCAR and the Rolex 24 at Daytona

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

Before the Rolex 24 at Daytona takes the green flag, check out which NASCAR stars have competed in the event in the past.

Rowdy Racing Podcast 1-25-08

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

Loomis plays crazy 8s, while several guys hit the road course in Daytona Beach. Plus, the big test starts Monday, and a big name looks for a little ride…

Rowdy Racing 1-25-08

Posted by on January 25th, 2008

Loomis plays crazy 8s, while several guys hit the road course in Daytona Beach. Plus, the big test starts Monday, and a big name looks for a little ride…