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Positive Hamlin gets good vibe with Dover pole

DOVER, Del. — So eager to change his karma, reclaim his Zen and thrive in the NASCAR championship cosmos, driver Denny Hamlin recently spoke with a sports psychologist to — among other things — help him achieve an attitude adjustment when it comes to race tracks where he traditionally has struggled. And judging by his […]

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Gibson likely to be with Patrick in 2013

Stewart-Haas Racing still searching for a new crew chief for Newman’s team DOVER, Del. — We now know an important detail of Danica Patrick‘s move to full-time Sprint Cup Series competition next season. Stewart-Haas Racing competition director Greg Zipadelli said Saturday the most likely scenario is for the crew — and crew chief Tony Gibson […]

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Who knew: Kes has come long way to lead Chase

LOUDON, N.H. — Who knew?Who knew that Brad Keselowski would develop into the Nationwide Series champion in 2010? “ I’m thrilled to be where we’re at right now. Not just in the standings but in general — just the vibe and the motions that you see in the people you’re surrounded with. … We’re a […]

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Edwards looks to fill the void during the Chase

JOLIET, Ill. — Carl Edwards is ready to go, but there’s a problem. There’s no big prize in front of him. Winless since March 2011, Edwards won’t be part of the Chase for the Sprint Cup this season. When the driver who lost last year’s championship on a tiebreaker comes to the track for the […]

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Earnhardt confident despite move to backup car

Crash in final practice puts June winner in backup as he tries to sweep season BROOKLYN, Mich. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. came from the rear of the field to win at Michigan International Speedway in June, when he fell back with handling issues before rallying to snap a 143-race skid. He feels […]

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