Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin have miserable day as Joe Gibbs Racing stars struggle at IndyINDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Busch kept his temper. Johnson wins Brickyard for 3rd time in 4 years after Montoya penalty blows race openINDIANAPOLIS — Jimmie Johnson cashed in on the most expensive speeding ticket in NASCAR history, grabbing an improbable third victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway when a penalty to Juan Pablo Montoya blew the race wide open. Fans, NASCAR try to put last year’s tire troubles behind at IndianapolisINDIANAPOLIS — John Destin wiped the sweat from his forehead with a $5 can of beer, ran his hands through his brown hair and took a sip. Tony George questions decision about his removal as Indianapolis’ speedway CEOINDIANAPOLIS — Tony George has questions for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s board of directors. Lots of them. Wallace grateful to fans who are trying to sponsor him for Canadian Nationwide raceFast-talking NASCAR driver Kenny Wallace has always been popular. He just didn’t realize the extent of his appeal. Carl Edwards comes from back of pack to win Nationwide race in suburban IndianapolisCLERMONT, Ind. — Carl Edwards has an idea that would revolutionize racing. He’d be in favor of starting the fastest cars in the back so the fans could enjoy watching them blow past their competition while trying to get to the front. Johnson and Busch clear the air _ finally _ following Chicago run-inINDIANAPOLIS — So much for that Jimmie Johnson-Kurt Busch feud. Harvick looking at ‘week-to-week’ issues at RCR and not talking about long-term futureINDIANAPOLIS — Kevin Harvick did not discuss his future with Richard Childress Racing, instead he answered questions about his status by shifting focus to his preparation at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Golden oldie: Martin’s fairy tale season now includes pole at IndianapolisINDIANAPOLIS — So excited for last year’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mark Martin predicted victory six weeks before the event. Stomach virus has Earnhardt looking at backup plan for Indianapolis raceINDIANAPOLIS — A stomach virus couldn’t slow Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s No. 88 car in qualifying Saturday. Gordon chooses not to have second procedure to deal with balky backINDIANAPOLIS — Jeff Gordon says he has decided not to have a second procedure to deal with an achy back and instead will try to deal with the pain. Ron Hornaday Jr. wins record fourth straight NASCAR trucks race at AAA Insurance 200CLERMONT, Ind. — Ron Hornaday Jr. wasn’t sure if he could keep Mike Skinner at bay in his quest to make NASCAR trucks history. BFFs? Kurt Busch says he and Johnson will hug it out after Chicago scrapINDIANAPOLIS — Kurt Busch has an excuse for why it took so long for he and Jimmie Johnson to patch things up after a dustup at Chicago two weeks ago: bad cell service. Union between NASCAR and Indianapolis questioned after last year’s debacleINDIANAPOLIS — As winner of two of the past three NASCAR races at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Jimmie Johnson is qualified to critique The Brickyard. Breakthrough: Promising practice has Goodyear officials optimistic about Indy tiresINDIANAPOLIS — Goodyear’s Greg Stucker arrived Friday at Indianapolis Motor Speedway with a nervous stomach. He left the historic track with a sense of relief. Fading dream: Busy schedule likely to keep Gordon from making Indy 500 startINDIANAPOLIS — Jeff Gordon’s affinity for the Indianapolis 500 has not changed. Kyle Busch hoping for better attitude, finish at Indy following Chicago meltdownINDIANAPOLIS — It wasn’t, Kyle Busch admits, the best way to rally the team. Team owner Ganassi tells Danica Patrick to finish her IndyCar goals before moving to NASCARINDIANAPOLIS — Chip Ganassi says he counseled Danica Patrick to finish all her IndyCar goals before moving to NASCAR. Johnson still waiting for Kurt Busch to hit reply following Chicago dustupINDIANAPOLIS — Jimmie Johnson wants to air things out with Kurt Busch. Kenseth losing sponsor Dewalt after 10 seasons with Roush Fenway RacingCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Former NASCAR champion Matt Kenseth is losing his sponsor after 10 seasons. Agents raid homes of Grand Am driver Zogaib, business partner in probe of alleged Ponzi schemeORMOND BEACH, Fla. — The homes of professional race car driver Henri Zogaib and his business partner were searched Wednesday by Florida law enforcement agents who are investigating an alleged $5.4 million Ponzi scheme that has also ensnared an unidentified NASCAR driver, authorities said. Mayfield court filing claims independent test negative for methamphetaminesCHARLOTTE, N.C. — The attorney for Jeremy Mayfield says an independent drug test on the NASCAR driver came back negative for methamphetamine. Milwaukee Mile drawing interest from 6 potential promoters, but track faces tight timelineMILWAUKEE — Six investor groups have expressed interest in taking over promotional rights for the historic Milwaukee Mile racetrack. Put away the rockin’ chairs: Even in defeat, Watson shows that aging athletes can still thrive
81-year-old McGriff qualifies for West Series race; oldest to drive in NASCAR series racePORTLAND, Ore. — 81-year-old Hershel McGriff has become the oldest driver to take part in a national NASCAR series race after qualifying for a Camping World West Series event at Portland International Raceway. Kyle Busch earns sixth Nationwide win of the seasonMADISON, Ill. — Kyle Busch continued his domination of the NASCAR Nationwide Series by sailing to victory in the Missouri-Illinois Dodge Dealers 250 on Saturday night. Hornaday wins third straight, becomes first two-time truck winner in KentuckySPARTA, Ky. — Ron Hornaday Jr. knows he didn’t have the fastest truck Saturday at Kentucky Speedway. What he did have was a lot of experience and a little luck. Hershel McGriff attempts comeback in NASCAR’s West series at age 81PORTLAND, Ore. — At 81, Hershel McGriff’s reasoning for making a racing comeback came down to a simple question: Why not? Drivers aim to break 10-minute barrier at 87th running of Pikes Peak hill climbCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Three-time champion Nobuhiro “Monster” Tajima has been chasing the 10-minute barrier in the Pikes Peak Interntaional Hill Climb for years. Michael Phelps wins male athlete of the year at ESPYs, beats Tiger Woods
NASCAR court filing: Driver Jeremy Mayfield tests positive for meth in July 6 random testNASCAR says Jeremy Mayfield has again tested positive for methamphetamine and wants the federal judge who lifted the driver’s drug suspension to reinstate the ban. Wooten resigns as general manager of Mayfield MotorsportsThe general manager of Jeremy Mayfield’s race team says he has left the organization because he doesn’t believe Mayfield Motorsports will return to the race track. Richard Childress Racing expects Harvick to remain with team in 2010WELCOME, N.C. — Kevin Harvick is under contract with Richard Childress Racing for one more season, and the team expects him to drive the No. 29 in 2010. Martin Truex Jr. penalized by NASCAR for rules violation at Chicagoland SpeedwayDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Martin Truex Jr. has been penalized by NASCAR for a rules violation during Saturday’s race at Chicagoland Speedway. Former champ Kurt Busch, 3-time champ Johnson exchange paint, then words over late-race crashJOLIET, Ill. — Kurt Busch and Jimmie Johnson traded paint. It might be awhile until they exchange pleasantries. |
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TURNBERRY, Scotland — Maybe when the disappointment wears off — for both Tom Watson and the millions of fans cheering him on — everyone will take a larger message from his amazing performance along the Scottish coast.
LOS ANGELES — Michael Phelps won a leading five ESPY Awards, including male athlete of the year, ending the five-year reign of Tiger Woods, who earned his record 22nd trophy Wednesday night.
