Jeff Gluck: A day later, I still don't feel bad about Talladega finish
By Jeff Gluck - Associate Editor
Monday, April 27, 2009
Roush Fenway Racing's Carl Edwards bounces off the catchfence in Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup Aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway.
LaDon George
NASCAR Scene
COMMENTARY
I don't feel bad. I don't feel guilty.
That race yesterday at Talladega was one of the most exciting in years, with maybe the best ending of the decade.
And I'm supposed to feel sorry about that?
Spare me.
I'm not going to apologize for enjoying that race or that finish. It was awesome, spectacular, mind-blowing...whatever you want to call it.
But reading my peers' stories today makes you wonder what people really want: Is NASCAR a thrilling sport or a safe, boring game? Maybe we should all just go play Scrabble, where no one can get hurt.
Check out some of the headlines this morning:
• Weekend of terror at Talladega must bring about changes
• Let's not miss the point on Talladega insanity
• Changes needed at 'Dega before tragedy strikes
• Will it take tragedy and death to change racing at Talladega?
• The Big One signals need for big change
One writer sent me an e-mail last night after reading some comments about how much I enjoyed the race and said, “You’re nuts.”
I think the rest of you are nuts. Have you all lost your minds?
We all complain about the boring racing week after week, then we get an unbelievable race thanks to restrictor-plate racing and you complain about that, too? Geez, NASCAR really can’t win sometimes.
People are upset because they say Carl Edwards almost got killed. Well, no, he didn’t. He was so alive after that wreck that he was able to run across the finish line. He didn’t have a scratch on him.
How is that almost getting killed? The car did its job. The safety equipment did its job. The fence did its job. Everyone is asking “what-if” questions. But why? Everything worked the way it was supposed to.
The drivers know before every race that they could be seriously injured or killed when they strap into those cars. But they understand the dangers and do so anyway, and they are very well-compensated for it.
And then there are the fans. People feel bad for the fans who were injured, and of course I wish that woman hadn’t broken her jaw.
On the other hand, she could have also broken her jaw at a baseball game if a ball or bat sailed into the stands. She may have been injured on a golf course, when an errant tee shot struck her. What if she were hit with a hockey puck?
Spectators at sporting events take risks. Especially if you sit close to race cars going 200 mph.
Look, this is an intense sport. So are football, hockey, mixed martial arts, boxing, rodeo, etc. You name it. That’s a major reason why we watch, to see something spectacular.
I don’t want anyone to get killed, of course. And guess what? No one did.
So why make the fans who enjoyed the race feel guilty? Stop it.
I’ll remember that finish yesterday for the next 30 years and retell the story to readers and fans a generation from now. It was that amazing.
And that’s something I refuse to feel bad about.
Popular News
-
PRESEASON PREDICTIONS: Which Sprint Cup star will snap his long winless streak first?
Comments (188) -
For Dale Earnhardt Jr., life as an Earnhardt is not easy, especially when you're not winning
Comments (139) -
Jeff Owens: Should RCR’s black No. 3 return to NASCAR’s Cup series?
Comments (120) -
Hendrick Motorsports’ Mark Martin more prepared mentally and physically for 2010
Comments (105) -
Dale Earnhardt Inc. plans for Jeffrey Earnhardt still in flux
Comments (96)
Recent Headlines
-
SEASON PREVIEW: Mike Skinner optimistic about 2010 prospects
Comments (1) -
SEASON PREVIEW: Camping World Truck Series top-20 rankings
Comments (5) -
Josh Wise to drive in Nationwide Series for Specialty Racing
Comments (2) -
HBO’s ‘24/7 Jimmie Johnson’ documentary series expected to shift into high gear tonight
Comments (27) -
SEASON PREVIEW: Roush Fenway Racing’s Carl Edwards hungry to regain place among Sprint Cup’s elite
Comments (15)
Poll PositionView All
After qualifying and the Budweiser Shootout, who is the favorite to win the Daytona 500?
Promotions
-
Tweet your thoughts about each race and join the conversation with other fans.
-
Drive an authentic NASCAR Sprint Cup car at the NASCAR Racing Experience.
Comments
66 responses to "Jeff Gluck: A day later, I still don't feel bad about Talladega finish". Post a Comment.
jason carlson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:07 AMi loved the race. it had an old school feel to it. hopefully nascar is smart and wont change anything with the tracks.the big problem is the drivers nowadays. there not tough. carl edwards is a little crybaby. i guess he wantes every track to be a borefest like chicago and kansas. i cant wait for the next talladega race!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportBermon Painter said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:08 AMShake 'n bake.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportJeff Zitter said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:28 AMI totally agree with you Jeff. Sure, I don't want to see anyone get hurt. But at it's core, it's the danger that really draws fans to the sport. Not just when mayhem happens, but the suspense that it may happen.... at any moment. And the fact that these drivers embrace danger and feast on it. Heck, even though Mr. Ed flipped a little sooner than he was hoping, look at how he responded with a Ricky Bobby sprint to the finish. I don't like the guy, but BRAVO!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:33 AMRight on Jeff !!
Report as AbuseI agree . Too many people switch straight to whiny mode the second something "big" happens at the restrictor plate tracks . Truth be told , there are faster tracks on the schedule but no one whines when spectacular things happen at the "faster" venues . i.e. Michael McDowell's ride at Texas last season .
Need I say more ? I don't think so .
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:44 AMI agree completely - great pack racing, and a great finish. Racers want to win, and put themselves in jeopardy by racing. I am sorry for "Anyone" who gets hurt, even the fan who slammed their finger in the car door rushing to get to the track on-time.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportLaCo Steve said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:51 AMIn the past 20 years we have witnessed the "Oprahization" of America.
Report as AbuseThe dumbing down of school curriculum and testing, and social political correctness to achieve a homoginized aura of mediocre self- esteem.
Removing the highs and lows from any
" product" produces only an adquate and boring result.
Watch out NASCAR.........Let 'em race!
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportDonald Norman said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:53 AMmaybe the should put safer barrier on the cars so that the do not get hurt. stop and think about the old dirt track racing. they was always rollovers and that is what he fans wanted. i have seen fan at other sports get hurt and they did not howler to make it safer
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportJohn Sokol said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:53 AMI'm in complete agreement with Jeff Gluck's comments. Maybe raising (slightly) and
Report as Abusereinforcing the "catch fence" could be considered. Also, vacating/closing 5 to 10
rows of seating along the fence could also be warranted. But, PLEASE, PLEASE, NASCAR, don't change/neuter the racing at Talladega. It is without a doubt the most exciting 3 1/2 hour sporting event in the world!!
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportWilliam Olson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:54 AMIt was a great race. However, I fear NASCAR may do the usual, 'Knee jerk' reaction and enlarge the plates or something.
Report as AbuseIn the replay you see Carl's car starting to come down til Ryan's car launched it higher.
So Carl's car was doing what it was supposed to do. Due to being launched into the fence by hitting the top of Ryan's car, the fence did what it is supposed to do.
If NASCAR and ISC wants to do something, simply remove the seating from the first 20 or so rows. Simple fix, and no changes to the cars or racing.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportKeith Johnson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:01 AMBEST race in 10 years. To the fans, people and boring do nothing cry baby reporters who did not like this race go watch golf and leave Nascar alone. We don't need you. This is the action fans want. The drivers get millions of dollars to this and if they don't want to do it someone will gladly take their place. We have worst crashes like this in our sprint cars and you never hear anyting about it.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMary Reeson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:08 AMYour spot on Jeff!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportDavid Reed said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:19 AMI agree with you-best race and finish in years.NASCAR, don't change anything.The cars and tracks are as safe as possible for drivers. We fans know the risk sitting that close to the track and still come by the 1000's. Cuz'n Carl pulled one of his moves and it 'BACKFIRED'. He is a BRAT when he doesn't get his way, remember the door shot at Jr. or the fist wave at Matt ? If he feels SO bad about the fans then go pay their bills that he made. Not likely, he'll just take his money and go buy a bigger, faster jet or some other toy that we, the fans paid for.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportRick DeLorme said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:26 AMHi Jeff,
Report as AbuseI hate to see beautifully prepared race cars destroyed so I am not one who watches to see the crashes. The best thing about the finish is that the fence and the cars did their jobs and no one was hurt. I think NASCAR will see that this is a situation in which the fence was taken to the max and will likely make changes to fences near spectator stands. I wonder it the final lap yellow line rule will change.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMarlene Buzard said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:33 AMVery simple suggestion: if you don't like fast hard racing.... DON'T WATCH IT, THERE ARE PLENTY OF COOKING AND SEWING SHOWS ON.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:33 AMI'm with you, Jeff.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportbill thompson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:34 AMget rid of the plates,restrict the gears so they have throttle response. anyone who races will tell you that will help make better racing and we wouldn't need this arguement!!!!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportmarian mcclain said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:48 AMI agree with David Reed. Carl thought he was the man hanging back all day and waiting for the end to make his big move. It did back fire. I do remember him messing with Junior, Matt, and Kevin. Carl is a whinner and a baby.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportwendy rogers said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:52 AMI was at the race yesterday and LOVED the excitement as did my boys from the front row...I know the risks involved sitting that close and so do the drivers. Carls car went airborn once it hit Newmans...The cars and fence DID do their jobs because Carl was able to RUN across the finish line...how safe was THAT??? I couldn't imagine the cars going any slower and not being able to feel the rush of wind, or rumble in the stands as they go by...if Cousin Carl had won, it would have been a different story!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMichael Pratt said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:54 AMAgreed! I basically said the same thing at my site RacingNewsDigest.com just differently.
Report as AbuseWhat do they want? Cars going slower. And how slow is safe.
What, they don't think a car could get in the catch fence at Bristol or something and send some debris into the crowd?
This is NASCAR Baby, fast cars, bad wrecks and all. The elite of racing. NASCAR has done a great job in keeping everyone safe.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportErin Holbert said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:54 AMI agree with Bill Thompson. Did any of you listen to Junior's post race interview when he mentioned that tires were cut down because they were pushing so hard they were pushing rear quarter panels down on to the the tires causing cuts? He even said he was guilty of that and it's crazy. This new car may be safer but it's caused a fiasco at Indy last year with the added weight and the tires and it creates a problem on the RP tracks with pushing too hard and poor view for the drivers. Keselowski could have let up a little in my opinion without going below the line. Slow the video down and it's pretty clear Brad came up well above the line. Same scenario in the Nationwide race except Junior throttled back or lifted his foot and controlled the car and moved out of the way when Ryan blocked. David Ragan shot the hole. I believe that is what Ryan was hoping he would do yesterday. Also the caution should have been thrown the minute Ryan hit Carl if not before! I was listening to Smoke's in car and his spotter had to tell him they were wrecking in the tri-oval but the caution wasn't out.NASCAR has created this and they need to evaluate making changes before they are sued by a fan or drivers family and the NASCAR we know will be gone for good over a lawsuit.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportGrandma Sharon said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:07 PMPoint well made in article.
Report as AbuseNo one done anything wrong. It was good hard racing, the fans got their money-worth, and all the safety factors held up as they should have under the circumstances.
Of course there will be lawsuits, there always are in situations such as this, that is what liability insurance is about and hopefully it won't hurt the track too much, or NASCAR.
It was a good race, lots of action!
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportBrett Lipman said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:20 PMI totally agree with everything you just said!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMike Butler said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:33 PMExcellent observation Jeff. I was making the same one before the second big accident. that people will be complaining about too much passing, to many accidents and being able to come from 20th to first on the last two laps. It is these same people who complain about someone being 3 seconds out front with only 10 cars on the lead lap.
Report as AbuseOk, i'm going to put all of my rants here while I am at it.
The new car, especially the spoiler, kept Waltrip out of the inside wall and kept other spins from being worse. As sideways as these cars can get in the corner, they are just as good at straightening themselves out as well.
Get rid of restrictor-plates? Are you kidding? These cars would probably do 220mph on a super speedway (and the winner would win by 10 seconds or more.)
Dirt track is safer? I've seen more video of dirt track cars flying over barriers, tearing up fences and crowds being injured than I ever have seen it happening in NASCAR. This particular "accident" was very unusual in the way Carl's car spun and bounced off of Newman's. I would bet that this scenario won't happen again for another 20 years, it is just very rare.
Vacate the first 10 rows? That would be a LOT of cash lost by the speedway. More than paying for an injury or two. You buy those tickets, you should know the risks. If I were in that situation, I'd just want to make sure I got a piece of the car for memories.
Truthfully, it seems, NASCAR can do no right by some fans.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportdalejrfan_88 said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:36 PMWell said Jeff! In my opinion that was the best race all year! I do hate to see the wrecks, but the good part is no one was seriously hurt. The drivers know the risk they take each time they get in the car. Congrats to Brad on his first win!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAmanda Hiatt said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:44 PMI agree totally with you, Jeff. This season has been a yawnfest until Talladega. Anything can happen and anyone can win. It's hard racing, and that's what it should be. Of course, I never want anyone to get hurt, but all those drivers know what usually happens there. If you can't stand the heat at Talladega, you shouldn't be on the track. Any whining from reporters, drivers and fans just goes against what has been said time and time again: NASCAR has watered down racing so much, it has become too boring to watch. This race proved that hard racing draws in fans. And NASCAR has been losing its fan base because it has been watered down. Carl has caused most of his own troubles by hanging back all through the race - he did that last fall and wrecked out a lot of the chasers. At Talladega, you just race and let the chips fall where they may. The only changes that should be made might include moving some rows back in the grandstands and reinforce the fence. Nothing other than that. Best race I have seen in a long time. I was about to give up until this race. What a ride!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportJoel Sebastianelli said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 12:44 PMAWESOME! I Feel the same way, thanks for the article. What a race!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportGary Erdakos said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 1:33 PMCould not - wouldn't even try to say it any better. Spot on, Jeff.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportJERRY PUTMAN said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 1:36 PMWhat a RACE, What A FINISH. It is what the fans come out to see 2 times a year. NO ONE knows what is going to happen, nor WHO is going to win. That is what sells tickets, and that is what keeps the fans coming back each year.
Report as AbuseNo one wants to see anyone hurt. The fence did its job this time, and last time (1982). I think NASCAR will look at this and agree that Carl would not have still been airborne if he had not hit Ryan.
I wonder how long it will be before Talladega announces that the next race is SOLD OUT.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCharles Hyde said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 1:46 PMJeff, I could not have said it better myself! Everything worked exactly as it was supposed to. What surprised me was your colleages response calling for Change, Change and more Change!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportDale said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 2:11 PMI agree 100% with you Jeff. I will also state that I am not a Carl fan. I was in the beginning,however once the "real" Carl started showing his ugly head, no more. I will give him credit for not blaming Brad for the accident and it was pretty cool to see him get out of the car and run across the start finish line. That said, I never want to see anyone hurt. Now to comment on a couple of the other comments :) Marlene, love your comment! To the folks suggesting closing the first 5-10 rows of seats, someone else has already pointed out doing so would cost tons of money, don't expect to see that happening anytime soon. If anything, they might raise the fences, although I doubt they will as they have functioned just fine for years.
Report as AbuseErin, I think you might be a bit confused. We are talking about RACING here and on the last lap. No way should Brad have let up. Please watch the interview with Carl, he basically (other than blaming the Yellow Line rule) takes the blame as he said he was going down to block Brad not knowing Brad already had a fender up inside. Racing pure and simple. As to lawsuits, I take it you have never actually been to a race (or apparently any professional sporting event). On the back side of each ticket is a disclaimer and waiver of liability that you agree to upon purchase.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCharles Pearl said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 2:16 PMYo Jeff: You are right on. But some folks would have us watching Peddle Cars running the race. But then they might get tired of peddling and the get hit by another car. Oh well it was an idea.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCoco Suma said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 2:45 PMWOW!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCoco Suma said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 2:47 PMThis is just my feelings on this topic I'm not trying to judge anyone else who feels diffently I respect your opionions but...
Report as AbuseBut I just saw the pictures of the people who were hurt and I don't they share your opionion... Low blow I know but I think there is something missing with you guys...
I want to understand what did you like about the race?
I had no problem with the race up until those last few seconds when that car flew up into the air and almost killed several people including two drivers It stopped being a good race and became something else... Is that unfair perhaps not but that's the reality of life.
My mind was made up when I saw those pictures; seeing those people the fear and confusion no fan signs up for that and it not something to glorify or take pleasure in. Damn people its just a race! These are people were talking about vs a damn race!
Sorry for the preachy comment but I think this is kinda of sick...JMO
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCoco Suma said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 2:48 PMYeah I had a comment all typed out if it appears as a duplicate sorry computer trouble if was blocked I would like e-mail explaining why please.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportzra said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 3:41 PMIf you didn't enjoy that you are not a fan of RACING. Race to the finish is the name of the game. Not follow the leader(Carl's Favorite game)!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMeg said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 3:55 PMCocoa .. Get a grip. These people can stay home and be perfectly safe watching any race. They could also go deep sea fishing and have their boat sink. How many of us know of someone who stopped watching NASCAR (or local races) because they witnessed an accident that killed someone. It's unfortunate, but it's reality. You don't like it, LEAVE... STOP WATCHING NASCAR…. SCRAM !! Just don't try to change everyone else s perspective on the sport.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportGeorge Zhem said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 4:24 PMGluck, I love you man, but I have to disagree when it comes to fan safety. Look, over the course of racing history, over 5,700 people have been killed. A full 22% of those people, 1,267 to be exact, have been spectators. That's no baseball stat, man.
Report as AbuseAdmittedly, many of these deaths are from a time when safety isn't what it is now or in rally conditions, but one cannot ignore the fact that flying debris isn't a simple foul ball. Ask the CART and IRL victims of the 90s. And while our heroes are well protected and compensated, the fans seem to be an afterthought at Daytona and Talladega.
They should remove the first 10 rows of seats from these tracks. They can't sell out the races anyway. It's all for the better because, in my view, the death of one innocent fan is more tragic than 10 Dale Earnhardts...
-Racer X from Rowdy.com
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportstill4da88 said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 4:44 PMThank you Jeff. I admit after the race and after Carl’s interview I was feeling a little guilty for enjoying the race so much. I wondered what was wrong with me. My driver was doing well and I was enjoying hearing him on the radio. For a change there was positive excitement in his voice as he rooted for his friend to win the race. Downright infectious! There is nothing like a first time winner! Where the thrill and the smile is genuine. Brad did a great job. Drove hard and made the right decisions. Best victory lane ever! … I sure did not want to see Carl flip (in car). I hate there were people injured.
Report as AbuseEarly 70’s I was hit in the head by a rock thrown by a racecar at the local dirt track. They paid my medical bills and I was back at the track the next week. (No lawsuit) I knew there were risks of being injured. The worst for our track, a woman was killed when a tire came off of a car into the stands. .. NASCAR, I am sure, will work on making it safer. Whether they will do the right things…??? Because IMO, the wreck was the fault of NASCAR and the stupid yellow line rule. Last lap, let them go… In mentioning sports and the possibility of being injured, the worst one I have seen on TV is the racing boat coming into the crowd. Or, how about a bull jumping over retaining wall at a bullfight. And, stands breaking and hundreds of people falling. The only way you are going to keep spectators absolutely safe is for them to stay home.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportWerner Boehmert said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 4:56 PMthere isn't a driver on the trak that races so he can wreck his car or his fellow competitor...yet the fans want it...that's sad....after this wreck that could have killed many people...it's time to put for smaller plates ot time to downsize the motors...
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCandi Morgeson said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 4:59 PMYou tell them Jeff, it was a great race.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportstill4da88 said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 5:27 PMCoco, I am not sure, but it sounds like you might not be a full time fan of NASCAR. There have much more severe looking wrecks where the driver walks away. The cars they are driving today are made to protect the driver. IMO, there is very little chance of a driver being killed. (Or so they say) Look at the accident of Michael McDowell. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gZyCRaVZx3Q .. The fence did its job in keeping Carl's car out of the crowd. It is unfortunate debris from Carl's car and the fence did reached the crowd. The bottom line is (Due to the safety that has been implemented).. NO ONE WAS KILLED. I hate there were people injured. I suspect that NASCAR will look at this and try to make it even safer than it is. I hope you do not give up on NASCAR racing. PS.. Sometimes if you see your comment has not posted. Click on refresh and you might be able to see your comment.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportjoe henri said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 5:28 PMKEEP THE POLITICAL CORRECT PEOPLE OUT OF NASCAR, INCLUDING THE FRONT OFFICE. LIKE LAWRENCE TAYLOR ONCE SAID, " PLAY BABY PLAY "
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportCoco Suma said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 6:00 PMNo I been watching for about 5-6 years now and I won't stop watching still4da88. I might critize Nascar or disagree with some of the decisions but I'll never stop supporting Nascar NEVER!
Report as AbuseI'm just one of those Yankee liberal fans don't mind me! LOL
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 6:17 PMGet real race fans! Ernest Hemingway wrote it and I agree with the man of many words. There are only three sports: Mountain climbing, Bull Fighting and Automobile Racing. This is no bed-time story. These Millionairs go out on a race track and risk their lives to do something they love, but know their lives could be taken in the length of a breath. That's less than a second. This is their chosen way of making a living and I admire them very much for that. This is a SPORT I will always watch (no longer young enough to attend).From Daytona to Homstead those guys are in my prayers. I love them (Tony Stewart most)admire them and feel certain God has a Race Track in Heaven. Otherwise I wouldn't be this close to going there.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 6:34 PMShow #44. Now have password.
Report as AbuseThanks. Betty M.
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportRobert Wingert said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 8:57 PMExciting race for the fans, but it sure doesn't belong in the chase.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportKimba said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 9:02 PMHey Still4DA88, I know of a local track that has hillside parking and the track sat down off the hill, one time when we were there, a tire came off a car went UP the hill and hit a guy (i know the guy and his wife, nice people) smack in the face. He had some pretty major injuries, but guess what, he was back at the track as soon as he was allowed. So, that said, I am all for what you are saying. If you can't have a bit of a risk by being in those front rows, then stay home and be safe. Of course, that would be NO FUN!! (have to say though I have never yet been to a nascar race, hopefully someday!!)
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 9:10 PMGreat race....Racing to win....that is why we eatch and attend...thats what it has been for years..Thankfully one one killed...the drivers and fans know the danger when they start the event...If you fear the danger... sit higher in the stands or stay home....
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMarybeth Wallick said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 9:57 PMHello,
Report as AbuseA man called into "Windtunnel" last night to tell Dave that Nascar should adopt the Indy Car and F1 "NO BLOCKING RULE". It would have eliminated Carl's wreck yesterday, Kyle's going off Jeff's bumper, Vicker's blocking Jr. at Daytona, etc..
Marybeth Wallick
Report Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportMandy said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 10:21 PMYeah it sucks and I feel bad for those fans that got hurt from that last lap accident. But that's the chance that they took with sitting so close to the track even with the fence that stopped the car from actually going into the grandstands completely. I know of a boat race accident many years ago, there wasn't a fence, a boat lost control went right to the fans, they didn't stand a chance sadly a few were killed. But that's the risk you take at any sporting event. There is always a chance that fans might get hurt no matter the sport, even with safety precautions in place. Take hockey, even with that protection plexi-glass around the rink, someone can still get hit by a puck. Rare yes, but it can happen. If you don't want to take that chance, then stay home.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportphyllis hamilton said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:01 PMI was there,sitting in the front row in the Dega section.I was mostly on my feet yelling. This was a race,I thought it was great.I am going back in the fall and sitting on the front row. Yes, I can afford other seats but I love to stand at the rail and watch.This was an accident and I am sorry people got hurt,but to be honest,when you are leaving in all that traffic with some of the drunk drivers,it isn't as safe as on the track.I think Carl needs to get some practice,not stay in the back, did anyone notice that this race,J.j was up there racing with the others,last year he stayed in the back.This track seperates the men from the boys. Thanks to Dale Jr. and some others ,the race was exciting from the start.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportphyllis hamilton said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:11 PM# 46,This race belongs in the chase.If nascar changes that,they should get rid of the boring road courses.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportrandy hayes said:
Apr 27, 2009 at 11:47 PMsome of the drivers as well as some fans could have been hurt VERY BAD.Gluck are u related 2 the France family?
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportTeddy Bear said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 1:36 AMFirst due to the safety that has been installed thanks to Dale Earnhardt dieing. Cause that's what it took. Nascar wouldn't have changed it otherwise. And hey Gluck does Nascar pay you by the wreck? LOL!!!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportPatsi Wilbanks said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 7:59 AMI agree with you Jeff. This was real racin and folks that want to take Dega out of the chase are really not die hard fans of the sport. Did you hear Sissy Johnson make is sissy comment....he sounded so girlish when he said. "Racin here sux"...bet he would be singing praises if he had won...he's not a good sport....Carl made the mistake and owned up to it...what a surprise....very exciting race..enough said!!
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 10:06 AMPOST #54 YOUR STILL A "IDIOT" JUST BECAUSE YOUR NOT A EANHARDT JR. FAN OR A BRAD FAN . DON'T BRING DALE JR. DAD INTO THIS. THAT JUST GOES TO SHOW YOU, YOU HAVE "NO" CLASS, AND DON'T HAVE A CLUE WHAT THE HELL IS EVEN GOING ON.PLEASE GO BACK TO SLEEP.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reporttommy campbell,jr said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 10:15 AMNascar will say no bump drafting, no blocking, no going below yellow line, no race.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportKyle Newton said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 11:07 AMCarl did Backflips, but not in the way you think, that should have been the name of one of the articles. Freak'n hillarious, not hillarious that people got hurt, but hillarious that Carl did a backflip for something other than a win.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportKyle Newton said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 11:07 AMGood Job Brad K.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportJoshua Rainier said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 1:11 PMIt was a great race, the best in a while, but it could have been better with Keselowski dropping down a bit and drag racing Edwards to the finish line where perhaps inches would have decided the race. But the yellow line prevented that and caused the wreck.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAlan Wade said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 1:34 PMThe race sunday was an instant classic, just when you think the sport has reached a boring pace we get a race like sunday. Not since Kurt and Ricky Craven at Darlington has there been this much drama and excitement. Thank god its killed a lot of the "what did jr eat for lunch today" articles. Next we get Richmond and it will be something to watch. Leave Dega alone, it all worked and those fans read the back of ticket I know. Hopefully they will all be fine, broken jaws and busted racecars is however what old school nascar is all about. Good to see a finish were I wasn't headed out of the room as the car took the checkereds.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportAnonymous said:
Apr 28, 2009 at 11:42 PMgreat article i agree with u 100% , i do think nascar should consider the run by carl just as unsafe as they did that crew member who ran in the grass after a tire, they finned him so why not carl, drivers if they get out of the car are taken to the ambulance not allow them to run around the track.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportTeddy Bear said:
Apr 29, 2009 at 1:08 AMOkay Anonymous #56 you must be a Jr. fan cause you are calling people names like all the others and I didn't say who I root for. All I said is Carl and even Ryan would probably both be hurt or dead if Dale Sr. hadn't gotten killed in 2001. Because Nascar would never had gotten all the safety equipment they have now if that hadn't happened. How you got what you did out of that is beyond me. Weird. Why don't you try actually understanding what you read before you make bizarre comments on it?
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportKyle Newton said:
Apr 30, 2009 at 10:06 AMYeah there you go, finally someone pats Ryan Newman's back.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Reportkristy fristed said:
May 1, 2009 at 3:04 PMI definately don't feel bad for enjoying that race and watching Ryan Newman still finish third after getting pounded. It was some crazy circumstances that put Carl into the fence. Everything worked as it was supposed to. And I think the things that Carl Edwards said after the race is what has made so many think the racing at 'Dega is so dangerous. To me, Edwards needs to grow a pair. Wasn't it just last year at 'Dega we had some negative comments from him after a wreck during the Nationwide race?? Carl Edwards is a talented driver, no doubt, but if he doesn't like "Dega, then maybe staying in the back to the finish there is where he should stay.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse ReportTeddy Bear said:
May 3, 2009 at 1:26 AMAnonymous comes in calls others idiots and then never comes back to see the response to his idiotic statements. Takes guts to do that. He doesn't have any apparently.
Report as AbuseReport Abuse
This feature is intended to allow you to report comments that are abusive in terms of foul/vulgar language, harassment, racial/religious prejudice and any words/phrases of a related nature. This feature should not be used to report users who simply make a comment about your favorite driver, with which you do not agree. Commenting is a forum in which we can all express our opinions. Reporting abuse of others should be done with this in mind.
» Confirm Abuse Report