Kyle Busch goes after history and bonus points Aug 10, 2008
Jeff Burton, Jeff Gordon, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle, Tony Stewart and Hamlin round out the top 10. Last year's race at Watkins Glen featured eight cautions and a 28-minute red flag with less than 20 laps left caused by a wreck featuring Juan Pablo Montoya and Harvick while both were running in the top 10. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Nascar: Leaders coast to Chase Aug 10, 2008
The next eight spots -- Kasey Kahne in seventh; Greg Biffle in eighth; Tony Stewart in ninth; Denny Hamlin in 10th; Kevin Harvick in 11th; Bowyer in 12th; Matt Kenseth in 13th; and David Ragan in 14th -- are separated by just 116 points. The points are reset when the playoffs start, and drivers are given 10-point bonuses for victories in the first 26 races. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Dixon overtakes Castroneves late Aug 10, 2008
"I said that view was pretty sweet.It was the seventh second-place finish of the season for the frustrated Castroneves.The finish was almost as frustrating for Andretti, also winless this season. The son of Andretti Green Racing co-owner Michael Andretti lost his shot at his second career victory and first since August 2006 when he had to make his final pit stop on Lap 189.ALSO SATURDAYTOYOTA TUNDRA 200: Johnny Benson became the fifth NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver to win three straight... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Edwards can relax on eve of Chase Aug 10, 2008
" The next eight spots -Kasey Kahne in seventh, Greg Biffle in eighth, Tony Stewart in ninth, Denny Hamlin in 10th, Kevin Harvick in 11th, Bowyer in 12th, Matt Kenseth in 13th and David Ragan in 14th - are separated by just 116 points. Johnson was the fastest car in Saturday's practice session with an average speed of 121.815 mph. Robby Gordon was second, while Marcos Ambrose, who starts 43rd, was third at 121.523. Edwards was 12th-fastest. The points are reset when the playoffs start, and... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rain cancels qualifying again at Watkins Glen Aug 9, 2008
Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson are in the second row, followed by Jef 00001E4D f Burton, Jeff Gordon, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle, and Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Tony Stewart and Denny Hamlin. Edwards, who won three of the first seven races of the season, notched his fourth victory a week ago at Pocono and also finished second to Johnson the previous week at Indianapolis. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Sports briefs Aug 9, 2008
Carl Edwards and Jimmie Johnson are in the second row, followed by Jeff Burton, Jeff Gordon, Kasey Kahne, Greg Biffle, and Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Tony Stewart and Denny Hamlin. Basketball. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
This Week In Auto Racing August 8 - 10 Aug 7, 2008
" Benson's Bill Davis Racing teammate, Mike Skinner, won three-consecutive races during the 1997 and 2007 seasons. Ron Hornaday, Jr. captured three straight victories in 1997. Greg Biffle did it in 2000, and Todd Bodine pulled the trick in 2005. No driver in the series has ever won four in a row. Benson comes to Nashville with a 15-point lead over defending series champion Ron Hornaday, Jr. and a 31-point advantage over Matt Crafton. Rick Crawford (-155) and Mike Skinner (-157) are fourth and... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Office Depot - Official Site Aug 7, 2008
1 Kyle Busch 2 Dale Earnhardt Jr. 3 Carl Edwards 4 Jimmie Johnson 5 Jeff Burton 6 Jeff Gordon 7 Kasey Kahne 8 Greg Biffle 9 Tony Stewart 10 Denny Hamlin. Copyright. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Bruce MartinINSIDE RACING Aug 6, 2008
"It was a lot of fun," Greg Biffle said after swimming to an eighth-place finish. "I'm glad I made history.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
NASCAR racer draws a crowd Aug 6, 2008
SUMMIT PHOTO BY CHRIS TODD Dave Laugen and his family check out the No. 16 car driven by Greg Biffle on the NASCAR Sprint Cup series during the 3M-sponsored car s appearance at Forest City Ford this past week ... The car being displayed was retired but driven recently by NASCAR star Greg Biffle. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Fuel Gamble Pays Off For Edwards In Pocono Win Aug 5, 2008
Greg Biffle captured the lead when Kahne came in for his stop. Biffle handed the lead over to Kurt Busch when Biffle pitted. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Auto Racing at Office Depot Aug 5, 2008
2008 Nascar Standings 1 Kyle Busch 2 Dale Earnhardt Jr. 3 Carl Edwards 4 Jimmie Johnson 5 Jeff Burton 6 Jeff Gordon 7 Kasey Kahne 8 Greg Biffle 9 Tony Stewart 10 Denny Hamlin Fan Zone. Copyright. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
NASCAR races in the rain in Montreal Aug 4, 2008
It was a lot of fun, Greg Biffle said after splashing his way to an eighth-place finish in the Nationwide Series race. I'm glad I made history. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Edwards' big gamble pays off Aug 4, 2008
(9) Greg Biffle, Ford, 200, $83,475. 14. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR: Johnson outruns Martin to capture second straight pole Aug 3, 2008
522, with the third Ford of Greg Biffle at 166. 516 and the Dodge of Kurt ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Busch at 166. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Fellows wins rain-soaked Nationwide event Aug 3, 2008
Ron Hornaday was fourth, followed by Boris Said, Edwards, Jason Leffler, Greg Biffle, series leader Clint Bowyer and Scott Wimmer. All in all, Im surprised how well everyone did and how few accidents there were, Said said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Johnson Wins The Pole At Pocono Aug 3, 2008
Other drivers of note and their starting positions: Kasey Kahne (seventh), Greg Biffle (ninth), Kurt Busch (10th), Dale Earnhardt, Jr. (12th), Denny Hamlin (14th), Carl Edwards (15th), Tony Stewart (20th), Kevin Harvick (21st) and Kyle Busch (27th). Chad Chaffin was the only driver who failed to qualify. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Johnson knocks Martin off Pocono pole Aug 2, 2008
"Behind the two fast Chevys, David Gilliland was third fastest in a Ford at 167.187, followed by Johnson's Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jeff Gordon at 167.106 in another Chevrolet.Matt Kenseth's Ford was next at 166.883, wit 00002678 h the Dodges of Ryan Newman at 166.784 and June Pocono winner Kasey Kahne at 166.522. Brian Vickers, in a Toyota, was also at 166.522, with the third Ford of Greg Biffle at 166.516 and the Dodge of Kurt Busch at 166.445, rounding out the top 10.And, despite his... (MSNBC -- Sports)
After Indy debacle, Indy had better move fast on tires Aug 1, 2008
Ten drivers are in the fight of their lives for the six final spots Greg Biffle, Denny Hamlin, Kasey Kahne, Stewart, Matt Kenseth, Clint Bowyer, Kevin Harvick, David Ragan, Brian Vickers and Newman. Just 236 points are keeping these drivers apart so this weekend s race at Pocono and next five are very important. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Harvick takes hit in Chase standings Jul 31, 2008
00004000 If the Chase began this weekend, the field would consist of Kyle Busch, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Burton, Jimmie Johnson, Carl Edwards, Jeff Gordon, Greg Biffle, Denny Hamlin, Kasey Kahne, Tony Stewart, Matt Kenseth, and Clint Bowyer. But the standings are so close from seventh to 15th that the field could change weekly between now and the Sept. 6 "regular season" finale at Richmond. (MSNBC -- Sports)
MATCH GAME: Picking trades for annual rite of 'Silly Season' Jul 31, 2008
Roush Fenway outsources the No. 26 Ford to Yates Racing: The five-car Roush team has to slough a car by 2009 anyway to adhere to NASCAR's car-cap rule and Jamie McMurray is not keeping pace with teammates Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth, Greg Biffle and David Ragan. Edwards (fifth), Biffle (seventh) and Kenseth (11th) are all within the Chase for the Championship boundary and Ragan, 22, is having a respectable second full Sprint Cup season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Red Cross is Hounding the Public on Pet Safety During the Dog Days of Summer Jul 30, 2008
"Summer is a crucial time for pet safety awareness. We live in North Carolina and it can get extremely hot here, so it is important that people know the proper way to care for their pets during the summer conditions," said Greg Biffle, NASCAR driver, Red Cross blood donor and American Red Cross National Celebrity Cabinet Member. "I think this Dog Days of Summer campaign that the Red Cross is supporting is incredible. I could probably use a refresher course myself in pet first aid. Please take... (PR Newswire)
2008 NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule and standings Jul 30, 2008
The Associated Press Published: July 30, 2008. Feb. 9 x-Budweiser Shootout, Daytona International Speedway, Daytona Beach, Fla. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
NASCAR ordering Indy cautions to monitor tires Jul 28, 2008
Drivers like Greg Biffle had problems stemming from the inability of the tires to lay rubber on the track. AP. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
McMurray says he'll be back at Roush Fenway in '09 Jul 28, 2008
While running down Roush Fenway's future plans Friday, the owner left McMurray off the list but made sure to mention fellow Roush drivers Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth, David Ragan and Greg Biffle. Though he called McMurray important to him, Roush expressed disappointment in McMurray's performance this season. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
NASCAR: Tires issue as Johnson prevails Jul 28, 2008
Tires an issue as Johnson prevails 072808 - The Augusta Chronicle. Tires an issue as Johnson prevails Associated Press Monday, July 28, 2008. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Johnson survives Indy's tiresome day Jul 28, 2008
"That wasn't good," driver Greg Biffle said. Brian Vickers was more emphatic. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Taste of NASCAR coming to Forest City Jul 26, 2008
The No. 16 car used by NASCAR Sprint Cup Series racer Greg Biffle will be on display next Wednesday at Forest City Ford ... The No. 16 Ford Fusion car driven by Greg Biffle in NASCAR's top series will be on display at Forest City Ford from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. (Forest City Summit, IO)
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- State/National Sports. Wednesday, July 23, 2008. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Racin' With Russ Jul 24, 2008
After all, Toyota drivers Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin and Stewart are more than capable to take the big prize, but don't rule out the hot Chevys of high-stat man Gordon, his teammate Johnson or some of the Roush-ka-teers, Carl Edwards, Greg Biffle or Matt Kenseth, to land in the elevated winner's circle by day's end. Nine Chevys have topped the charts with nary a Dodge in the record books. (Altivista Journal, VA)
NASCAR free agency primed to heat up Jul 23, 2008
Carl Edwards and Greg Biffle re-signed with Roush Fenway Racing before Stewarts exit became official, and long before he muddied any potential relationship by tangling with JGR star Kyle Busch, Juan Pablo Montoya reconfirmed his support of slumping Chip Ganassi Racing. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR This Week Jul 16, 2008
Greg Biffle finished fourth in the Lifelock. com 400 in Illinois and is seventh in the standings. (Florida Times-Union)
Kyle Busch makes another visit to the Winners Circle Jul 15, 2008
Greg Biffle, who led for 43 laps, finished fourth. Tony Stewart, still looking for his first win this season, finished fifth. (Pekin Times, IL)
Busch Shines At Chicagoland Again Jul 14, 2008
"And he got a good run on me. I guess deep down inside I knew better than to give him the outside, but he had a run coming in the inside on the restart." Kevin Harvick, Greg Biffle and Tony Stewart completed the top-five. Busch's victory at Chicagoland also tied a NASCAR (|) record for four consecutive races won by brothers. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Victory Lane Jul 14, 2008
(11) Greg Biffle, Ford, 267, $153,5505. (12) Tony Stewart, Toyota, 267, $164,0116. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR Sprint Cup Leaders Jul 14, 2008
7, Greg Biffle, 2,318 ... 14, Greg Biffle, $2,699,414. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
BOWLES: Midseason report cards for drivers on the Sprint Cup Circuit Jul 13, 2008
Greg Biffle: From speeding through pit lane to poor pit stops to mechanical failures, Biffle's been let down by more crew problems than we can count on one hand. But two poles and five top-5 finishes have left him in Chase contention for the first time since 2005, and these issues listed above didn't stop The Biff from signing a three-year extension to stay at Roush. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Night race brings unknowns Jul 13, 2008
Among the big names racing Friday were Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton, Clint Bowyer, Kyle Busch, Carl Edwards, Matt Kenseth and Greg Biffle. As for the fans, night racing could be a better show. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Busch makes daring late pass for win Jul 13, 2008
Johnson settled for second, while Kevin Harvick followed in third, Greg Biffle in fourth, Tony Stewart in fifth, Brian Vickers in sixth, Matt Kenseth in seventh, David Ragan in eighth, Martin Truex Jr. in ninth and Ryan Newman in 10th. Busch started on the pole after qualifying was rained out on Thursday. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Auto racing results Jul 7, 2008
Greg Biffle (Ford) 69, accident, $91,612. Winner's average speed: 138. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Kyle Busch triumphs in wild finish at Daytona Beach Jul 7, 2008
" Tony Stewart reported feeling ill and needed to be replaced by stand-by driver J.J. Yeley. Stewart, who started the race 17th and climbed as high as third, gave way to Yeley when Greg Biffle ran into Juan Pablo Montoya coming off Turn 4 on Lap 71, bringing out the race's third caution period. Yeley finished 20th. Stewart was taken to the infield care center where he was treated for flu-like symptoms. He was released after the race. "He hasn't been feeling all that well this weekend, but it... (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Busch triumphs in wild finish Jul 6, 2008
"Tony Stewart reported feeling ill and needed to be replaced by stand-by driver J.J. Yeley. Stewart, who started the race 17th and climbed as high as third, gave way to Yeley when Greg Biffle ran into Juan Pablo Montoya coming off Turn 4 on Lap 71, bringing out the race's third caution period. Yeley finished 20th.Stewart was taken to the infield care center where he was treated for flu-like symptoms. He was released after the race."He hasn't been feeling all that well this weekend, but it really... (Boston Globe)
Stewart's string of bad luck continues Jul 6, 2008
Greg Biffle (16) collides with Juan Pablo Montoya during the Coke Zero 400 at the Daytona International Speedway. Neither driver was injured in the wreck. (News & Observer -- Sports)
CRASH, BAM, BUSCH Jul 6, 2008
When Greg Biffle spun coming off Turn 4 after colliding with Juan Pablo Montoya, Stewart radioed for help. J.J. Yeley replaced him, during the caution period and the team stayed on the lead lap. (Florida Times-Union)
McMurray to Sport Special IRWIN(R) Marathon(R) with WeldTec(TM) Paint Scheme at Daytona Jul 4, 2008
Five in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series with drivers Matt Kenseth, Jamie McMurray, Greg Biffle, Carl Edwards and David Ragan; four in the Nationwide Series with Kenseth, Biffle, Edwards, McMurray, Ragan, Erik Darnell and Colin Braun; and three in the Craftsman Truck Series with Darnell, Braun and Joey Clanton; and one in the ARCA RE/MAX Series with Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. For more information on any of the Roush Fenway Racing teams, log onto. For sponsorship inquiries please contact Robin Johnson at... (PR Newswire)
Tim TuttleINSIDE NASCAR Jul 3, 2008
They haven't been identified, but with Truex, Newman, Martin and Greg Biffle (who re-signed with Roush Fenway Racing last week) off the market, he's the top remaining veteran free agent, which should put him at the top of the list for the fourth seat at Richard Childress Racing. Stewart is the sole driver who may be on the move who has a complication. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Sprint Cup midseason grades ... Jul 3, 2008
24 Chevrolet), Greg Biffle (No. 16 Ford), Matt Kenseth (No. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Promotion offers free Coke Zero, if certain NASCAR drivers win Jul 2, 2008
Coca-Cola Racing Family drivers include Tony Stewart, Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton, Denny Hamlin, Mark Martin, Greg Biffle, Elliott Sadler, Jamie McMurray, Bobby Labonte, Michael Waltrip, Clint Bowyer and David Ragan. Terry Labonte also is eligible as the driver of the #45 Petty Enterprises Dodge and substitute for Coca-Cola Racing Family member Kyle Petty, who is in the TNT broadcast booth this weekend. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Scores, standings, schedules, etc. Jul 1, 2008
Scores, standings, schedules, etc. 7/1/2008 6:49:13 AMNEMS Daily Journal. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Lenox Industrial Tools 301 lineup Jun 29, 2008
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Tony Stewart captures 5th Nationwide Series win in 7 starts this year Jun 29, 2008
(3) Greg Biffle, Ford, 199, 90. 2, 106, $17,125. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Stewart gets fifth Nationwide win of year at N.H. Jun 29, 2008
The race ended under caution after Greg Biffle, racing side-by-side with Brad Keselowski for 10th place, appeared to touch the track apron and lose control, sliding hard into the outside wall. Biffle wound up 19th. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Free gas (but only for racing) Jun 29, 2008
" At least the racing gas is free. is the approximate amount of fuel that will be burned in this week's Winn-Dixie 250 and Coke Zero 400 qualifying and races. ECONOMICS OF RACINGAs its fans feel the effects of rapidly rising gas prices and the subprime mortgage crisis, NASCAR has been somewhat immune to the nation's problems. But the sport is still feeling the pinch of the shrinking dollar. Proof - empty seats - will never be more evident than in Saturday night's Coke Zero 400 at Daytona... (Florida Times-Union)
Mears looking for a new ride Jun 28, 2008
One potential free agent is off the market as Greg Biffle signed a three-year extension with Roush Fenway Racing to man the No. 16 Ford. "A lot of things went into making a decision on where I was going to be," said Biffle, seventh in the points standings. (Boston Globe)
Hamlin took rubber match Jun 28, 2008
" . . . With many Cup teams looking to sign young drivers with the hope of cultivating tomorrow's stars, Roush Fenway Racing signed seven-year veteran Greg Biffle to a three-year contract extension through 2011. "I believe that one thing that's going to happen as this sport becomes bigger and the money becomes bigger, you're going to see contracts become more sturdy and have more legs," Jeff Burton said.Busch whackedKyle Busch backed out of driving for Kevin "Bono" Manion in today's NASCAR... (Boston Globe)
Auto Racing Notebook: Rookie Carpentier earns first pole (06/28/2008) Jun 28, 2008
" The rain began while series points leader Kyle Busch, the 24th driver in the 45-car qualifying line, was on the 1-mile oval. He completed one lap that was good for 16th best at that point before officials called him in off the track. The time trials were delayed for 1:54 before resuming with Busch given a second chance to qualify, this time on a dry track. He was quicker but still wound up 27th overall. Although the track was very slick and there was little rubber remaining after the rain,... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Casey Mears to leave Hendrick Motorsports Jun 28, 2008
Elsewhere, Greg Biffle signs a three-year extension with Roush Fenway Racing ... Separately, driver Greg Biffle agreed to drive the No. 16 Ford for another three years at Roush Fenway Racing. (Los Angeles Times)
Nationwide Series attracts top drivers Jun 27, 2008
"We respect all the guys who are running over there full time and who are running for points and all that," said Greg Biffle, the 2002 Nationwide Series champion. "We've had a couple of incidents of late, which is unfortunate, but you really try to respect those guys, because it's their domain.". (Boston Globe)
Biffle signs three-year extension with Roush Jun 27, 2008
LOUDON, N.H. - Greg Biffle listened to a lot of offers in the past five months, but only one made any sense - returning to drive for Roush Fenway Racing for the next three years. Biffle told the Times-Union on Thursday that he has signed a contract extension with the only NASCAR team he has ever known. (Florida Times-Union)
AUTO RACING PACKAGE: Auto Racing Glance Jun 26, 2008
Fast facts: The winner of this race has gone on to win that season's championship twice, Ron Hornaday Jr. in 1998 and Greg Biffle in 2004. There have been a series-record nine different winners through the first 11 races this season. (Concord Monitor)
Mayea wins in Washington Jun 26, 2008
Sell finished seventh with Jimmy Schram eighth, Don Piefer ninth and Jeff Biffle older brother of NASCAR Sprint Cup star Greg Biffle rounding out the top 10 and gaining a 200 bonus for being the highest finishing crate engine late model. Casey Vitale of Lebanon destroyed the track record in qualifying with a lap of 14. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Office Depot - Official Site Jun 25, 2008
2008 Nascar Standings 1 Kyle Busch 2 Jeff Burton 3 Dale Earnhardt Jr. 4 Carl Edwards 5 Jimmie Johnson 6 Jeff Gordon 7 Greg Biffle 8 Denny Hamlin 9 Kasey Kahne 10 Clint Bowyer Fan Zone. Copyright. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Sonoma solidifies Busch's hold on NASCAR Jun 24, 2008
Nonetheless, there was two-time defending Cup champion Jimmie Johnson shouting across the roof of a car at Greg Biffle, who had turned Johnson's No. 48 Chevrolet late in the race. advertisement. (MSNBC -- Sports)
AROUND THE TRACK: Busch's victory, Danica's feud, more Jun 24, 2008
-- Jimmie Johnson after talking to Greg Biffle following Sunday's Sonoma race, where the two were involved in an incident. QUOTE OF THE WEEK II. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
TOYOTA/SAVE MART 350 Odds no longer favor road experts at Infineon Jun 22, 2008
" Briefly: The always eventful NASCAR Camping World West Series, the Bennett Winery 200, was won by Jason Bowles of Ontario driving his No. 22 Sunrise Ford. Fairfield's Jim Inglebright's No. 1 Jelly Belly Chevrolet finished third. The accident-marred 200-lap race featured 12 caution flags and a spectacular airborne crash when Jeff Jefferson's No. 42 car launched off the curb entering Turn 7 on Lap 62 of the 68-lap race. Jefferson, who flipped his car three times but walked away from the crash,... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
