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David Newton, ESPN.comThe big story in 2009? It's not Mark Martin's quest for his first title. Or Jimmie Johnson's try at his fourth straight. It's Earnhardt Ganassi Racing's rising from the ashes.
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009Montoya to Danica: 'It's going to take time'
David NewtonJuan Pablo Montoya didn't mince words when asked what IRL star Danica Patrick faced if she jumped to NASCAR in 2010. "Danica, I think she's got the ...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 27, 2009Junior fans can start to panic
David Newton...35th a year ago were David Ragan, Hamlin, Robby Gordon, Sam Hornish Jr., Jeremy Mayfield and Dario Franchitti. Hamlin made the Chase, Ragan finished 13th, Gordon 31st and Hornish 33rd. Mayfield and Franchitti finished...
Blog Entry | Conversation | February 27, 2009Earnhardt Ganassi Racing pretty in pink
David Newton...that Ganassi Racing was in disarray after releasing 71 employees, folding the No. 40 team of Dario Franchitti and losing longtime sponsor Texaco Havoline. That didn't sit well with Ganassi. He called me...
Blog Entry | Conversation | February 09, 2009Truex takes 500 pole; Martin second
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Story | Conversation | February 08, 2009Layoffs coming in rapid succession as perfect storm hits NASCAR
David Newton, ESPN.comA slowdown in the NASCAR economy was expected after this season even if the nation's economy remained strong. With markets roiling across the globe, NASCAR is facing a perfect storm as layoffs and cutbacks hit the industry at a rapid pace, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | November 21, 2008Regan Smith has rookie of the year trophy, but no driving job for 2009
David Newton, ESPN.comWinning the Sprint Cup rookie of the year award was a dream come true for Regan Smith. Being unemployed? That wasn't part of the plan, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 2008Allmendinger released from 2009 contract with Team Red Bull
David Newton, ESPN.comA.J. Allmendinger was released from his 2009 contract at Team Red Bull on Tuesday, freeing him to sign with another team and paving the path for Scott Speed to take over the No. 84 car.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2008Disarray or misfortune, these are tough times at Ganassi Racing
David Newton, ESPN.comDisarray is a strong word, but it might be hard to find a better one to describe the Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates organization in the wake of losing driver Reed Sorenson to a rival, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2008Sorenson joins Gillett Evernham; Montoya only Sprint driver left at Ganassi
David Newton, ESPN.comThe pieces continue to unravel with the Sprint Cup organization of Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2008Texaco sponsorship of No. 42 done at end of the season
David Newton, ESPN.comChip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates will need to find another sponsor for Juan Pablo Montoya because Texaco sponsorship will dry up at the end of the season.
Story | Conversation | August 19, 2008NASCAR feeling the pinch of tightening economy like everyone else
David Newton, ESPN.comThe big teams in NASCAR don't have much to worry about, but for everyone else, convincing corporations to pony up millions on cars that don't run up front is getting to be a tougher sell, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2008Humbled Mayfield hoping to get one more chance
David Newton, ESPN.comJeremy Mayfield admits he has "made huge mistakes." That's why he sits idle today without a Cup ride. Will he get another shot? That's all he's asking for, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | July 18, 2008With Ganassi pulling the plug on a team, question remains: Will it get worse?
David Newton, ESPN.comIf lack of sponsorship killed Chip Ganassi's No. 40 team -- as the owner claimed Tuesday -- the question now is how much worse will NASCAR's economic woes get, writes David Newton.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2008Results-driven Ganassi on edge as Cup teams fail to produce
David Newton, ESPN.comIf Juan Pablo Montoya and Chip Ganassi appear a little frustrated, it's because they are. But Sunday's Cup race at Infineon Raceway could be just what the doctor ordered, writes David Newton.
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