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June 10, 2008
Richard Childress shares memories of Bristol Motor Speedway
While the setting was formal, Richard Childress seemed right at home at Bristol Motor Speedway. And for good reason.
Childress has watched nine of his cars win at the fearsome theatre of speed, and one of his longtime engine gurus is from nearby Washington County, Va.
June 06, 2008
Monster Truck Madness Flies In To Bristol Dragway June 14th.
The high-octane show will have fans on the edge of their seats.
June 04, 2008
Renner just the latest motocross star to compete at Muddy Creek
It’s been become an almost weekly routine for Ricky Renner.
The 19-year-old motocross sensation delivers a flawless run, then is asked about his famous brother.
June 01, 2008
Earhart Hones Motocross Skills at Muddy Creek Event
Muddy Creek Raceway has long served as a launching pad for rising motocross stars.Tanner Earhart is eager to take the next jump.
May 31, 2008
AUTO RACING: Megasauras, Monster Of Fire
Mike West is the master of a monster.
May 30, 2008
AUTO RACING: Night Of Fire Thrills 8,000 Fans At Bristol Dragway
Children were screaming, hats were flying and smoke was everywhere.
May 28, 2008
Gilbertson Among The Stars Appearing In Friday’s Night Of Fire At Bristol Dragway
The world of major league drag racing is full of high-risk pressure and high-dollar headaches.
May 27, 2008
AUTO RACING: “Big Daddy” Don Garlits Makes Surprise Appearance In Abingdon
An otherwise normal Tuesday afternoon at the William N. Neff Center for Science and Technology quickly turned into a day of lasting memories when National Hot Rod Association racing legend “Big Daddy” Don Garlits showed up, unannounced.
May 25, 2008
AUTO RACING: Kahne Slips Past Stewart to Post Win
Kasey Kahne won last week’s NASCAR All-Star Race thanks to the support of his passionate fans. Late Sunday night at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, the driver of the Budweiser Dodge won stock car racing’s longest event the hard way.
COLUMN: Kyle Busch Turns Boos into Cheers
Kyle Busch has become accustomed to the routine.
May 24, 2008
AUTO RACING: Counts Adds to Dream Week with Victory at Lonesome Pine Raceway
Jeff Counts realized a dream last week, and he still has the trophy to show for it.
May 21, 2008
DRAG RACING: ‘Bristol Dragway’ for Fans of All Ages
Bristol Dragway is one of the most historic facilities in motorsports. Since the opening event in 1965, all the top stars and their cars have competed at the ear-popping track dubbed Thunder Valley.
May 19, 2008
NHRA: Troxel, Fans Share History At Thunder Valley
Melanie Troxel took a fast ride into history late Sunday night at Bristol Dragway.
May 18, 2008
NHRA: Troxel Leaves Bristol with a Piece of History
Melanie Troxel came to Bristol Dragway this weekend searching for her first win of the season.
NHRA: Troxel Takes Funny Car Finals, Makes History
Troxel, 35, also becomes the first-ever female in NHRA history to win a Funny Car and Top Fuel event.
NHRA: Bernstein After More than Just ‘Fair’ Conditions
Kenny Bernstein is still racing, even though he’s no longer firing up a car on the track.
NHRA: Sox, Martin Inducted into Legends of Thunder Valley
Drag racing historians received a treat Sunday at Bristol Dragway as Ronnie Sox and Buddy Martin became the latest inductees into the Legends of Thunder Valley. With Sox handling the driving and Martin serving as tuner, the Sox & Martin combination earned five world championships along with 46 national event wins in the NHRA, IHRA and AHRA.
COLUMN: NHRA: A Basic Attraction
A reporter was dining next to a pair of self-described motorsports fans Sunday morning. As the discussion focused on the fortunes of Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the results of Saturday’s night’s NASCAR All-Star Race, the reporter mentioned the NHRA drag race at Bristol Dragway.
NHRA: A Family Affair for Force
Fans, sponsors, family and team members all wanted a piece of John Force Saturday afternoon at Bristol Dragway.
COLUMN: John Force — The Last, True Rebel of Racing
John Force is a modern-day cowboy.
May 17, 2008
COLUMN: NHRA Is Fast, Fun, Diverse
NHRA offers plenty of options for fans
NHRA: Herbert Pushes Himself Back into the ‘Racing Zone’ after Heartbreaking Family Accident
Two deep-red roses, tied together with a thin, white string and wrapped in clear cellophane, rest on a countertop. Two framed photographs displaying the bright, smiling faces of two young boys stand upright. But Doug Herbert’s head is bowed. His shoulders are hunched over. And his hands are clenched together, wrapped tight, buried between his knees.
DRAG RACING: Fan Favorite Tony Schumacher Welcomes ‘Dark Side’ Status
As wins and championships pile up for Top Fuel Driver, so does envy from opponents.
NHRA: Castlewood’s Counts Claims Circle Track Challenge
Jeff Counts and Doug Kalitta direct 1978 Camaro to Victory Lane at Bristol Motor Speedway
DRAG RACING: Tony Schumacher Dominates Again
Top Fuel driver secures No. 1 qualifying position at Thunder Valley.
DRAG RACING: Former NBA Player Now Working Hard In NHRA
Ex-hoopster Tom Hammonds finding niche in NHRA Pro Stock division.
NHRA: Neff Steals Show At Qualifying
It’s not often that a racer can beat the daughter of his boss, but Mike Neff knows the feeling.
May 16, 2008
NHRA Notebook: Jones Arrives With Excitement
Rickie Jones has reason to be excited this weekend. In fact, he has several reasons.
NHRA: Ashley Force Shines A New Light
Danica Patrick: Old news.
Ashley Force: The bright, new (female) face of auto racing.
AUTO RACING: Brown Out to Prove the Critics Wrong
Antron Brown heard the doubters. They wondered how, and even why, someone would jump from the world of NHRA Pro Stock motorcycles into the radical world of Top Fuel dragsters.
