Jeff Gordon was fined $100,000 by NASCAR for intentionally wrecking Clint Bowyer that led to a brawl between their crews Sunday during the AdvoCare 500 at Phoenix International Speedway.
Gordon was not suspended for the season's last race, just fined $100,000 and docked 25 Sprint Cup Series championship points. Gordon's crew chief Alan Gustafson was placed on probation until Dec. 31.
Video: Gordon-Bowyer crew fight
"I take responsibility for my actions on the race track," Gordon said in a statement. "I accept NASCAR's decision and look forward to ending the season on a high note at Homestead."
"I've always respected Jeff for standing his ground," owner of Gordon's No.24 Rick Hendrick said. "We also respect that NASCAR needs to police the sport and send a message when situations like this occur. It's been a great year, and we're going to put our focus on finishing in a positive way this weekend."
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