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NASCAR Gets It Right, and Wrong

Posted on 10/05/2008 by Glen Harness

Was that race at Talladega something else or what? I’ve always maintained that the restrictor plate races are some of the best races around, and today’s race was no exception. Generally the talk of “the big one” is a self-fulfilling … Continue reading →

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The Brickyard 25

Posted on 07/27/2008 by Glen Harness

I almost forgot about the race at Indy on Sunday. When I tuned into it, they were about 30 or so laps in and the commentators were talking about “competition” caution. Since I missed the pre-race show, I figured that … Continue reading →

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Memorial Weekend Racing

Posted on 05/25/2008 by Glen Harness

Between NASCAR and Indy Racing, there are quite a few races over Memorial Day weekend. I spent most of Sunday in front of the TV. BACK HOME AGAIN: Almost missed the start of the Indianapolis 500 race for some reason. … Continue reading →

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NASCAR Richmond Thoughts

Posted on 05/01/2008 by Glen Harness

Just a few random racing thoughts heading into the weekend races at Richmond. MORE PLATES PLEASE: How about those races from Talladega? Both the NASCAR Cup race and the NASCAR Series races were pretty exciting. We should have more restrictor … Continue reading →

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NASCAR: Who Made Out Better?

Posted on 03/10/2008 by Glen Harness

After last season, Hendrick unceremoniously got rid of Kyle Busch and put Dale Earnhardt, Jr. in that spot. Gibbs got rid of JJ Yeley, who went to Hall of Fame Racing. DEI replaces Earnhardt with Mark Martin (and gets Regan … Continue reading →

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NASCAR: 2008 Daytona 500

Posted on 02/22/2008 by Glen Harness

I thought the 2008 Daytona 500 was one of the better Daytona races I’ve seen in a while. Even the Nationwide race was pretty good. I think NASCAR has a good combination with the COT and the plate at Daytona, … Continue reading →

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Help Save Nashville Speedway

Posted on 12/20/2007 by Glen Harness

A part of Nashville history is under attack. A “grassroots” group is out to get rid of the speedway at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. Ostensibly they want to “relocate” the fairgrounds and the track. Realistically, there’s no way it can … Continue reading →

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Save Nashville Speedway!

Posted on 12/03/2007 by Glen Harness

A few days ago, it was brought to my attention that a group (actually one guy) has started a drive to move the Tennessee State Fairgrounds and “redevelop” the property. He’s gone as far as creating a non-profit organization to … Continue reading →

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NASCAR: Final Nextel Cup Season Ends

Posted on 11/16/2007 by Glen Harness

Despite the fact that there are only 86 points separating the top two drivers in the Cup Series, this year’s Chase has, much like the regular season, been a snoozer. Jimmy Johnson only has to finish 18th or higher to … Continue reading →

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NASCAR: Atlanta, Memphis, Yawn

Posted on 10/30/2007 by Glen Harness

If you’re one of those racing fans who only watch races for the wrecks, then you must have thought the Memphis Busch race Saturday was an exciting race. What did they have, 25 cautions for almost half the laps? My … Continue reading →

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