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Daytona 500 Anyone?

deepwaterdotter — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 18:13:51 GMT

NASCAR is back, go Ryan Newman! But I do think the No. 88 car is the one to beat today. Loved the military chorus' rendition of "The National Anthem".

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Leelynn — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 18:17:05 GMT

Ready for The Great American Race! 88, see you in Victory Lane!!

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Plaid Pants2 — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 18:48:16 GMT

I like Talladega(sp?).

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MaggieMack — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 18:53:16 GMT

Go, Junior! Love my #88,

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ladyroxanne — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:03:56 GMT

dh is watching and rooting for #88 also.

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esmeraldagooch — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:23:31 GMT

I like Talladega too, but Daytona is our sister track.

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akaburtonfan — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:34:04 GMT

I'm watching. I was a Ward Burton fan and then became a Jeff Burton fan but haven't really had a favorite driver since they stopped racing. I like Tony Stewart, Matt Kenseth and Ryan Newman. The only drivers I really can't stand are the Bush brothers.

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:37:11 GMT

@akaburtonfan wrote:
I'm watching. I was a Ward Burton fan and then became a Jeff Burton fan but haven't really had a favorite driver since they stopped racing. I like Tony Stewart, Matt Kenseth and Ryan Newman. The only drivers I really can't stand are the Bush brothers.

I think Jeb Burton drives the No. 43 Ford for Richard Petty Racing in the Xfinity Series.

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HappyDaze — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:39:48 GMT

YES! We are huge Nascar fans here. Watching right now (although we are a little behind and not watching it live). I am hoping Jr. wins and has a great year this year. I miss some of the old school drivers though.

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akaburtonfan — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 19:41:11 GMT

@deepwaterdotter wrote:
@akaburtonfan wrote:
I'm watching. I was a Ward Burton fan and then became a Jeff Burton fan but haven't really had a favorite driver since they stopped racing. I like Tony Stewart, Matt Kenseth and Ryan Newman. The only drivers I really can't stand are the Bush brothers.
I think Jeb Burton drives the No. 43 Ford for Richard Petty Racing in the Xfinity Series.

You know I did hear him mentioned I guess I never thought about carrying on the tradition. Thanks Deep -- I think he may be my new driver!!

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LonestarBabs — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 20:36:04 GMT

#3 in my heart, always. I lost my passion for the sport after Dale died...

But I love to watch the classic races and relive the thrill. Always tear up, though.

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AnikaBrodie — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 20:56:24 GMT

My #1 guy is now in the broadcast booth and is doing a great job. So I'm going with JR, another favorite. I was sorry to see Chase Elliott wreck early especially after sitting on the pole. He'll be back.

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hckynutjohn — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 21:07:59 GMT

Old drivers of the past=Gentleman Bill Elliott. Drivers of this era=Penske Team/Brad Keselowski/Joey Logano.

Raced only Ford Motor Cars and cheer for only Ford Motor Cars. Ain't breaking a pledge I made to myself when I started racing in 1956.

And some people say Race Car Drivers are not Athletes? Try bumper to bumper driving at 200mph. Lose focus for a fraction of a second? Could be a tragedy. Lose focus in the NFL or NBA? Miss a pass or miss the hoop? And all this in a race car so hot you get blisters on your feet without moving them?

Got the DVR rolling for later tonight?

hckynut(john)

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deepwaterdotter — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 21:18:12 GMT

@AnikaBrodie wrote:
My #1 guy is now in the broadcast booth and is doing a great job. So I'm going with JR, another favorite. I was sorry to see Chase Elliott wreck early especially after sitting on the pole. He'll be back.

I was hoping Chase Elliott would have a good race too. The Hendrick drivers can't catch a break so far today.

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Babe3 — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 22:32:09 GMT

Penske Racing team is the greatest!

My son works for Roger. Is executive Vice President for Penske Auto Group located in MI. He works with Roger every day.Roger calls races every weekend. Will call NSCAR on Sat and Open wheel SUnday. My son says working for Roger has been like getting an MBA!

Their offices have all the trophies and helmets plus photos in lobby....fabulous.

Hope they have a great season!

babe

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gardenman — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 23:08:44 GMT

It was a heck of a finish to the race. The closest finish ever. It's nice having Nascar back

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Citrine1 — Sun, 21 Feb 2016 23:12:08 GMT

We are NASCAR fans in my house as well. Husband likes Tony Stewart; I'm a Jimmy Johnson fan.

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Desertdi — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:07:25 GMT

Move to Arizona.......we ALL drive like that !!!!!

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nana59 — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:14:54 GMT

@hckynutjohn wrote:

Old drivers of the past=Gentleman Bill Elliott. Drivers of this era=Penske Team/Brad Keselowski/Joey Logano.

Raced only Ford Motor Cars and cheer for only Ford Motor Cars. Ain't breaking a pledge I made to myself when I started racing in 1956.

And some people say Race Car Drivers are not Athletes? Try bumper to bumper driving at 200mph. Lose focus for a fraction of a second? Could be a tragedy. Lose focus in the NFL or NBA? Miss a pass or miss the hoop? And all this in a race car so hot you get blisters on your feet without moving them?

Got the DVR rolling for later tonight?

hckynut(john)

Wow John--didn't know you were such an athlete!! Glad to hear you're a Ford guy....

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fortune — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 16:13:10 GMT

I wasn't surprised at all to see Jeff Gordan in a suit with a microphone! It really must be hard to go from a driver to a commentator. You have to change your whole perspective. One must give all the drivers the same treatment, not play favorites with former teammates, like all cars equally (Ford, Chevy, Toyota), etc., etc. I think Jeff did a super job for a first timer!!!