First-time Kansas winners have little luck repeating
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comKansas Speedway is no place for Busch Series drivers seeking repeat victories. Why? It simply hasn't happened, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2007Series heavyweights welcome return to the Monster Mile
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comCarl Edwards and other Busch Series heavyweights didn't have a lot of success at Charlotte. Side-by-side racing on the Monster Mile could be just what they need, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | May 30, 2007Burton helping RCR return to glory days
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comJeff Burton made a big decision to help Richard Childress Racing get back to the big time. It's paying off for both, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | August 09, 2006Johnson picks up momentum by winning dream race
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comJimmie Johnson said he doubted his ability to ever win at Indianapolis. He did win Sunday, and gained vital momentum, too, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2006Drivers hope All-Star race lessons learned
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comThe All-Star race this past weekend taught drivers one important thing: Gearing up for long runs at Lowe's will be tricky, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | May 25, 2006Falling behind early can have serious consequences
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comIs it too early to talk about the points standings? Maybe, but there's reason for concern if you're already way behind, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | March 25, 2006From the straight to the strange, bets abound in Vegas
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comWanna bet? Vegas sports books are ready to step up to the plate with some offbeat wagers on Sunday's race, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | March 11, 2006Expectations high for Edwards' second Cup season
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comCarl Edwards is used to winning races. The question is, will he beat sky-high expectations in 2006, writes Rupen Fofaria.
Story | Conversation | February 08, 2006For Gordon and McMurray, it's time to regroup
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comJeff Gordon and Jamie McMurray were able to keep a level head about missing the Chase. That's probably because each saw it coming.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2005Busch beginning to hit his stride
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comKyle Busch rode his recent momentum to a runner-up finish at Dover, and the rookie couldn't be happier.
Story | Conversation | June 05, 2005Plenty of bad breaks at Martinsville
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comShort track racing always leaves drivers frustrated, and Sunday at Martinsville was no different.
Story | Conversation | April 10, 2005Path to stardom unusual for Busch
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comFrom ditch digger with dreams of owning a pharmacy to 2004 Nextel Cup champ, Kurt Busch isn't typical.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2004Track's never been in spotlight before
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comHomestead-Miami Speedway goes from yawner to NASCAR star this Sunday. Here's what to expect.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2004The caution heard 'round the circuit
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comKevin Harvick's engine blew 21 laps from Sunday's finish, and the resulting caution saved many title dreams.
Story | Conversation | November 14, 2004Everyone chasing DEI's program
Rupen Fofaria, Special to ESPN.comDEI owns restrictor plate racing. While time and resources are primary reasons why, that's not all.
Story | Conversation | April 23, 2004TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "kevin short" make the list?