Martin Truex Jr. takes the lead after a thrilling stage one finale. Kevin Harvick is now seventh. JGR scores their fourth win this season behind Christopher Bell. Chase Elliott is leading the point count. It's all happening down to New Hampshire.
Martin Truex Jr. takes the first stage
Martin Truex Jr. won New Hampshire's first stage, taking the pole. After a rain delay of approximately an hour, Ambetter 301 takes place on the 1.058 miles oval. Truex leads the race from the beginning. Bubba Wallace takes second. Kyle Larson is third and Kyle Elliott fourth. Kevin Harvick is currently seventh, just behind Aric Almirola. He has a great history at New Hampshire.
Martin Truex has had a difficult season thus far. However, the Ambetter 301 was a memorable race for him. He earned his first pole and led more laps than any other driver. He also won stages one, two, and was in great shape to move on to the playoffs.
Kevin Harvick is now No. 7
Kevin Harvick moves up three spots to seventh in the New Hampshire NASCAR results after finishing sixth at last year's event. The four-time winner is just 19 point away from the Playoffs. Harvick has a solid track record here in New Hampshire. Harvick finished in the top 12 five times in six of the last six races. He is a strong wager to finish well at the New Hampshire Motor Speedway because of his position differential of +35.
Martin Truex Jr. led the field for long periods, but Harvick was the fastest car and challenged the leader to move into the playoffs. The final caution of the race came when Todd Gilliland spun out. This resulted a 93-lap greenflag.
JGR secures its fourth win with Christopher Bell
Christopher Bell has already made a strong start to his NASCAR Cup Series rookie season. His victory in the season-opening Texas 500 clinches him a spot in the playoffs, which could open the door for him to make an impact next season. After all, Bell has already proven his ability to win on short tracks and road courses, and has the potential to be a serious contender for the championship in the coming years.
Bell is now 4-0 in Cup Series and has won two Xfinity Series races. He won three races in 2018 as well as one in 2019. Next, he won his fourth victory at New Hampshire Motor Speedway's Ambetter 301. Chase Elliott was the Cup Series champion, but he had already won the race a week prior.
Chase Elliott still holds the point lead after Stage 2
Loudon, New Hampshire - The NASCAR Cup Series opens as Martin Truex Jr. starts the front row. Chase Elliott and he work in close proximity to each other to begin the race. They come into contact just before the first turn. However, Elliott manages to stay ahead of the race and avoid collision. Erik Jones contacts Justin Haley and spins along the track. Alex Bowlicki contacts Elliott and then spins across the track. Elliott is still in front heading into stage 2.
Bad weather delayed the race for almost two hours. Elliott held the lead for the 37 remaining laps, even after a restart. After stopping to get fuel and tires, Elliott was in third. Later on, he pitted to get two tires but was careful and came back out in eighth. He later accumulated ten positions, including lead.
FAQ
What length of a race can it last?
Different types of races have different lengths.
There are endurance races that last several days.
Some races are shorter, such as sprint races.
How do race car drivers prepare to race?
Most race car drivers spend some time warming up before a race.
This means that they run their engines for a set amount of time.
When they're ready they can begin the race.
How many people work together to make a race car?
Most race car manufacturers employ hundreds of workers.
They make parts such as tires, suspension systems and body panels.
Which car racing has the most spectators?
The Indianapolis 500 Mile Race is one of the biggest spectator events in North America. Each year, it attracts over 400,000 viewers.
It will take places at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30, 31st.
What speed can a race car accelerate in a straight line?
The acceleration rate of a racecar will differ depending on its weight.
For instance, a lighter car accelerates quicker than a heavy one.
Statistics
- In 2013 Ferrari had an estimated team budget of $470 million, while elite IndyCar teams have an estimated annual budget of $15 million, according to FormulaMoney. (businessinsider.com)
- Petty has won 200 NASCAR Cup Series races, a likely unbreakable record, along with a series record seven Cup championships. (frontstretch.com)
- According to Toyota, the 390-hp-plus 2019 Yaris WRC runs out of gearing after 124 mph, 19 mph less than the crazy Yaris GR that's currently sitting on dealer lots outside of the U.S. BONUS: (motortrend.com)
- Acceleration is a little gentler (relatively speaking) too, with 0-100km/h taking an estimated 3.1 seconds and 0-200km/h covered in 7.8 seconds. (autosport.com)
- This change may give an improvement of up to 29% fuel efficiency. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How can I make a living as a driver?
You will need to make money if you want to become a professional racer. While racing, many racers continue to work full time jobs. Some racers use their free time to sell merchandise and promote themselves as endorsers. Still, others participate in paid test sessions to see if they have what it takes to be a professional driver.