Yardbarker: Robby Gordon

R. Gordon docked 50 points for LMS infractions

Wed, 27 May 2009 20:50:54 -0500

NASCAR has issued penalties to the No. 7 team that competes in the Sprint Cup Series as a result of rules violations committed at Lowe's Motor Speedway on Monday.

The No. 7 car, driven and owned by Robby Gordon, was found to be in violation of Sections 12-1 (actions detrimental to stock car racing); 12-4I (any determination by NASCAR officials that the race equipment used in the event does not conform to NASCAR rules); and 20-10.6H (rear axle housing exceeded the maximum specified toe of plus or minus one degree) of the 2009 Sprint Cup Series rule book. The violation was found during post-race inspection on May 25.

As a result, Gordon has been penalized with the loss of 50 championship owner and 50 championship driver points. Crew chief Kirk Almquist has been fined $50,000 and placed on probation until Dec. 31.

Robby Gordon + Open Mouth = Trouble Again

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:12:57 -0500

One of Robby Gordon's sponsors, Vanguard, wants to to pull its sponsorship off of Robby's NASCAR uniforms and its multi-year, multi-million dollar sponsorship off of Robby's Dakar Rally vehicles. Vanguard didn't like what Robby had to say about the cancellation of the Dakar Rally due to terrorist-like acts in the race area, and they want to pull their sponsorship immediately ... hit the link for more ...

NASCAR BIW: Gordon`s Punishment Fit?

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:24:54 -0500

In this edition of FIO's NASCAR Burning Issue of the Week, staff writer Josh Lobdell discusses the the punishment handed down by NASCAR to Robby Gordon for an unapproved nose on his car. Is this punishment fair? And should we take into account Gordon's issues in the past?

Robby Gordon To Run Gillett Evernham Motorsports Engines

Fri, 01 Feb 2008 20:47:52 -0500

NASCAR's most competitive single car owners is making an attempt to keep up with the big boys. We analyze why this happened and what this means for his fantasy value.

Lesson 1: Don't Be Last In The Draft

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 01:59:43 -0500

Well testing for the Cup guys is over for this week and what did I learn? ... hit the link to find out ... What I forgot to put on the list was that I agree with Robby Gordon about the Drakar Ralley - they could have done some sort of altered/shorter version of the race.

The worst of NASCAR 2008

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 16:01:03 -0500

Alright NASCAR, we wouldn't want you to get too big a head or anything. As I sit here preparing the tactics I will employ in the twin tasks of stalking roasted turkey and dealing with the likely disappointment the Detroit Lions will leave me with tomorrow - I thought I would remind the France family that 2007 wasn't perfect. * Thanksgivingcartoonki1 It all started in Daytona. The much anticipated debut of Toyota in the Nextel Cup Series along with the masterfully assembled and pro...

RGM crew chief Sospenzo hospitalized

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 18:46:53 -0500

Early Sunday morning the #7 Robby Gordon Motorsports team received shocking news at Martinsville Speedway. Peter Sospenzo, Robby Gordon's crew chief, was taken to the hospital for further diagnosis after reporting symptoms of dizziness.

Mac Tools to sponsor Robby Gordon

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 21:16:52 -0500

Mac Tools is partnering with #7 Robby Gordon Motorsports to beget the first ever Mac Tools sponsored Nextel Cup Series Car. The car will make its debut during the Nextel Cup Series race on October 21st at the Subway 500 at the Martinsville Speedway in Martinsville, VA.

Gordon names Sospenzo crew chief

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:54:41 -0500

Robby Gordon Motorsports officially named Peter Sospenzo as the crew chief for the #7 Ford Fusion. Historically with multicar teams such as Penske, Hendrick Motorsports and Ginn Racing, Sospenzo brings renewed optimism to Nextel Cup's only single car owner/driver combination.

More Robby Gordon News ...

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 06:04:39 -0500

... as a sign of goodwill toward men, in particular Marcos Ambrose, Robby Gordon has offered up a car for Marcos to drive in the upcoming NEXTEL Cup Race at Walkens Glen this weekend ... (hit the link for more) ...

Karma Offers Justice in NASCAR

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 02:55:25 -0500

A lot went down at the Montreal Busch race. FIO staff writer Josh Lobdell discusses how karma caught up with Robby Gordon once again. Yes, maybe he did get screwed by NASCAR officials - but his reactions can't be ignored.

Harvick--oui, Robby agi comme un idiot

Sun, 05 Aug 2007 15:34:33 -0500

Robby Gordon acted like a spoiled brat again today at the Busch race in Montreal. Harvickonearmsat_montreal_aug2007th With 4 laps to go, while cars were wrecking behind him and Marcos Ambrose, Gordon and Ambrose swapped paint, positions, more paint and positions again before or during the yellow flag that ensued. Television replays were unable to verify if Robby got into Marcos before the tide was turned and Robby went spinning. NASCAR ruled that Gordon needed to restart in 13th place f...