I know it may seem a little early to start this thread. Nascar.com has no posts about next weekend yet, but like I said, I leave for Bristol very early tomorrow, so I at least wanted to get my picks in.

My picks usually rely heavily on practice times, so I could be way off this time, since as of this post nobody has even arrived in Bristol, let alone begun practice. Unfortunately, I think Kyle Busch will do a lot better at Bristol then MIS, and probably better than Vickers as well. Martin & Jimmie will redeem themselves and Clint Bowyer is coming on strong. I've really been impressed with Bowyer when it come to the Chase - he's virtually always been a factor since starting Sprint Cup. RCR really threw him a curve this year and he's coming out on top again. I don't know why Childress doesn't recognize him as his top tier driver - he should be the one at the top rung of that team. Peblo will also be looking to redeem, but I'm still waiting to see him lose his patience too. As for underdogs, Regan Smith has shown most success on Superspeedways, but they say when he was originally signed with DEI that he was a "short track ace". I want to see him break through as he still hasn't been given the break he deserves. And speaking of not getting a deserved break - Aric Amirola will attempt to make the race behind the wheel of the 08 car (not to be confused with EGR's #8 - screw that! It my #8). Unfortunately, I don't expect him to make it into the field. 48 cars are on the entry list, include guaranteed start Terry Labonte with the PC. That means 12 drivers vying for 7 spots.

My picks:
1. Jimmie Johnson
2. Mark Martin
3. Clint Bowyer

And lets pick the causer of the first caution. I could pick Robby Gordon again, but thats like shooting fish in a barrel. Its not like I'm going out on a limb when I choose...
1st caution: Paul Menard

That guy should be homeless

All 4 of Nascar's major divisions are racing in Bristol this week. Ryan Newman will make history by being the first to race in each division at one track in one "weekend" (he, to the best of my knowledge, is the only one trying this). I'll be there in person, but everything is televised starting Wednesday on Speed. Have a good week folks and enjoy the races!

 

...Hi `Brent, wish you a safe/fun Trip to Bristol Motor Speedway. U R acting your dream....EnJoy the Races, and I wish you a Happy Time & Great Rac'in Weather....Look 4ward to your return and recap of the events....

 

OK I'll give it a shot:
1. Tony Stewart
2. Jeff Gordon
3. Jimmie Johnson

First Caution: (So many to chose from...) Elliott Sadler, or starting positions 30-43 :p

 

Hi Member's, Post your Top 3 Driver's for Sunday's Race @ Bristol. We have Member JrCar `Brent there representing the MCF & will be posting his recap of the Race.

'Mediocre' no more

David Ragan had never led a lap at Bristol, let alone win a race. He can check both off his list as he held off teammate Carl Edwards to win the Food City 250.

Food City 250: Unofficial Results | Unofficial Standings | Video: Post-race reactions
Bristol, Tenn.
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Forecast




Final Laps: Ragan wins it on outside

David Ragan holds off teammate Carl Edwards in two-lap sprint at BMS.
Victory Lane: Bristol



Points leader takes seroius hit at Bristol

Kyle Busch takes lead, then gets sent into the wall by lap traffic.
Leaders crash early


Keselowski to race Cup for Penske in '10

Will replace David Stremme in the No. 12 Dodge next season.
Sharpie 500 Lineup


Martin hangs on to sweep Bristol quals

Wins second of season at Bristol, ninth overall at world's fastest half-mile.
Biffle just misses



Hamlin looking to seal deal at Bristol

Winless at .533-mile track but has three consecutive top-sixes.
Sound Off: Hamlin


Victory, new deal makes Vickers happy

While looking ahead to Chase push, keeping one eye out for Busch.
Sound Off: Vickers


Martin looking ahead, not dwelling on past

Failed fuel gamble at Michigan put driver on proverbial Chase Bubble.
Sound Off: Martin



Sound Off: Thoughts on Nationwide Chase

Carl Edwards talks Mark Martin and what he'd do if he won $200 million.
Sound Off: Stewart

 

 

wow, i didn't remember the race was tonight!!

ok first caution: Juan Pablo Montoya, he will be the first to lose his cool!!

1st Matt Kenseth
2nd Happy Harvick
3rd Jimmie Johnson

 

 

update first caution, joey logano, with help from dave blaney(rubbed him) and then reed sorenson (spun him)!!

 

sorry space for not many updates, i've beem watching preseason football, steelers vs the skins, but i will post results for those who may be following, me, you and brent and TAZ, he said he was watching earlier while monitoring posts a little while ago!! he may be able to give a better update than me! there was just a wreck and they said tony stewart is having a night he will want to forget!! i think kevin harvick was also involved?? see ya

 

kyle busch wins in a 5 lap shootout against mark martin! sorry, i'll try and provide more info shortly!!

marcos ambrose got 3rd, dale jr finished 9th!