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France commends Johnson on his achievements
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- NASCAR chairman Brian France doesn't think Jimmie Johnson's four-year reign signals a flaw in the Chase for the Sprint Cup championship format.
Lars Anderson: Johnson is prepared to make history at Homestead
Jimmie Johnson will make NASCAR history on Sunday at Homestead-Miami, writes Lars Anderson. The driver is prepared for anything to happen and absolutely refuses to lose.
Kahne considering leaving RPM after 2010 season
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Kasey Kahne will strongly consider leaving Richard Petty Motorsports after next season because of the instability surrounding the organization.
Game Room: Forza Motorsport 3 for XBOX 360
The third installment of the Forza series may very well be the best racing game made for the XBOX 360 to date. Read ahead for a complete review.
Season-ending banquet to be at Wynn Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Comedian Frank Caliendo will host NASCAR's season-ending banquet in December in Las Vegas.
Gordon to drive Hendrick for rest of Cup career
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Hendrick Motorsports owner Rick Hendrick expects Jeff Gordon to drive at least "three or four" more seasons and the four-time Cup champion says he has no immediate plans to retire.
Hendrick may make history with 1-2-3 Cup finish
CORAL GABLES, Florida (AP) -- If either Jimmie Johnson or Mark Martin finishes the Ford 400 on Sunday with the NASCAR championship, Hendrick Motorsports -- which owns both cars -- will have plenty to celebrate.
Johnson will drive with Hendrick through 2015
BC-CAR--NASCAR-Hendrick-Johnson, 1st Ld-Writethru,0417 Johnson signs extension with Hendrick through 2015 Eds: UPDATES with quotes, details. AP Photo FLLS101, FLLS104 By JENNA FRYER AP Auto Racing Writer
Tom Bowles: What went wrong with the rest of the 2009 Chasers?
If only they could have a re-do. SI's Tom Bowles lays out all of the could haves, would haves, and should haves for the other 11 Chasers in the 2009 Spring Cup Championship.
Ganassi hires McMurray to drive No. 1 Chevrolet
HOMESTEAD, Fla. (AP) -- Jamie McMurray has been hired to drive the No. 1 Chevrolet for Earnhardt Ganassi Racing.
Brant James: Johnson keeping laser-vision focus on winning fourth title
He's smiled for the cameras. Hung out with Regis and Kelly. Had a pie fight on a television show. But for Jimmie Johnson, the PR whirl is just a background buzz, writes Brant James.
Formula One champ Button signs with McLaren
LONDON (AP) -- Formula One champion Jenson Button has signed for McLaren to partner Lewis Hamilton, giving the English team a potent lineup for next season featuring the two most recent title holders.
Tim Tuttle: Burton and Berrier hope to build on 2009 success
Jeff Burton has been extremely successful with new crew chief Todd Berrier, writes Tim Tuttle. The pair hope that their momentum will carry over into the 2010 season.
Mercedes taking over Formula 1 champs Brawn
FRANKFURT (AP) -- Mercedes-Benz is taking over champion team Brawn GP to return to Formula One racing under its own name for the first time in 55 years.
Montoya warns Keselowski crew chief: watch out
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Brad Keselowski's crew chief was headed to the pre-race driver meeting when Juan Pablo Montoya cut him off at the door.
Bruce Martin: Martin happy with career, Danica's move not imminent
Mark Martin is likely headed for his fifth second-place finish. But there's not a hint of frustration from the 50-year-old, says Bruce Martin. Plus, the latest on Danica Patrick and more.
Lars Anderson: Five things we learned at Phoenix International Raceway
Barring a freak crash, Jimmie Johnson will be Sprint Cup champion. Mark Martin isn't upset either, writes Lars Anderson, of the driver who is having a great year on and off the road.
Keselowski meets with France after latest run-in
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Brad Keselowski met with top NASCAR officials for about 20 minutes before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, where the young driver had yet another on-track run-in with Denny Hamlin.
Johnson wins at Phoenix, closes in on fourth title
Jimmie Johnson moved closer to a record fourth straight Cup title with a dominant win at Phoenix. He heads to the Homestead finale with a 108-point lead over teammate Mark Martin.
Hendrick: 'Nothing is imminent' on Patrick deal
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Rick Hendrick said Sunday he has no deal to bring IndyCar superstar Danica Patrick to NASCAR, and there's no certainty she'll even be driving stock cars next season.
Stewart considers first year as owner a success
AVONDALE, Arizona (AP) -- Tony Stewart won't win the NASCAR championship this season, and his bid to join the late Alan Kulwicki in the record book will have to wait at least another year.
Edwards' victory staves off Busch Nationwide title
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Carl Edwards rolled to a dominating win at Phoenix International Speedway that temporarily staved off Kyle Busch's bid to clinch the Nationwide Series title.
Labonte signs deal to drive for TRG Motorsports
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Former NASCAR champion Bobby Labonte has signed a deal to drive for TRG Motorsports next season.
Hornaday captures record fourth Trucks crown
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- The record books will list Ron Hornaday as the oldest champion in NASCAR history. But behind the wheel of one of Kevin Harvick's trucks, he feels like a kid again.
Truex seizes Phoenix pole; Johnson starting third
AVONDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Martin Truex Jr. has won the pole at Phoenix International Raceway.
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